Sc 1 & 2

SWIFT CREEK-OFFSTREAM· Hamilton, Florida· Built 1980· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Sc 1 & 2 is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 68.6% in FL)
Dam Length29,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage27.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage22.4K acre-ft
Surface Area1,020 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDFL00719

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

PCS PHOSPHATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sc 1 & 2?

Sc 1 & 2 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 Sc 1 & 2?

Sc 1 & 2 is owned by PCS PHOSPHATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sc 1 & 2 built?

Sc 1 & 2 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Sc 1 & 2?

Sc 1 & 2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sc 1 & 2?

Sc 1 & 2 has a dam height of 27 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.