South Hopewell Eleanor Area
Key Takeaway
South Hopewell Eleanor Area is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 3,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 311 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 311 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 572 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00177 |
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
THE MOSAIC COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of South Hopewell Eleanor Area?
South Hopewell Eleanor Area 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 South Hopewell Eleanor Area?
South Hopewell Eleanor Area is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Hopewell Eleanor Area built?
South Hopewell Eleanor Area was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 South Hopewell Eleanor Area?
South Hopewell Eleanor Area serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is South Hopewell Eleanor Area?
South Hopewell Eleanor Area 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.