SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE
Key Takeaway
SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE is classified as low hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 28.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 323 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 170 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| NID ID | FL65501 |
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
SJRWMD
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE?
SUNNYHILL INLET 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 SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE?
SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE is owned by SJRWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE?
SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE?
SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE has a dam height of 14 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 SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE last inspected?
SUNNYHILL INLET STRUCTURE was last inspected on April 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.