Sumter Co. Water
Key Takeaway
Sumter Co. Water is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 528 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 528 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00146 |
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
SUMTER COUNTY
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sumter Co. Water?
Sumter Co. Water 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 Sumter Co. Water?
Sumter Co. Water is owned by SUMTER COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sumter Co. Water built?
Sumter Co. Water was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Sumter Co. Water?
Sumter Co. Water serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sumter Co. Water?
Sumter Co. Water has a dam height of 12 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 Sumter Co. Water last inspected?
Sumter Co. Water was last inspected on July 7, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.