South Relief Structure
Key Takeaway
South Relief Structure is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.8% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 52 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 98 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00278 |
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
INDIAN RIVER FARMS WATER CONTROL DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of South Relief Structure?
South Relief 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 South Relief Structure?
South Relief Structure is owned by INDIAN RIVER FARMS WATER CONTROL DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Relief Structure built?
South Relief Structure was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Relief Structure?
South Relief Structure serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is South Relief Structure?
South Relief Structure has a dam height of 13 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.