Seminole Power Cooling Pond
Key Takeaway
Seminole Power Cooling Pond is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 20,860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 648 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | FL13343 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SEMINOLE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Seminole Power Cooling Pond?
Seminole Power Cooling Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Seminole Power Cooling Pond?
Seminole Power Cooling Pond is owned by SEMINOLE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seminole Power Cooling Pond built?
Seminole Power Cooling Pond was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Seminole Power Cooling Pond?
Seminole Power Cooling Pond 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 Seminole Power Cooling Pond?
Seminole Power Cooling Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Seminole Power Cooling Pond last inspected?
Seminole Power Cooling Pond was last inspected on January 23, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.