Sawgrass Lake Structure
Key Takeaway
Sawgrass Lake Structure is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 0.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | FL78007 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SWFWMD
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sawgrass Lake Structure?
Sawgrass Lake Structure is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sawgrass Lake Structure?
Sawgrass Lake Structure is owned by SWFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sawgrass Lake Structure built?
Sawgrass Lake Structure was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Sawgrass Lake Structure?
Sawgrass Lake Structure serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sawgrass Lake Structure?
Sawgrass Lake Structure has a dam height of 6 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Sawgrass Lake Structure last inspected?
Sawgrass Lake Structure was last inspected on May 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.