Sunnyhill Structure E-1
Key Takeaway
Sunnyhill Structure E-1 is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 2,313 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | FL65500 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 Structure E-1?
Sunnyhill Structure E-1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sunnyhill Structure E-1?
Sunnyhill Structure E-1 is owned by SJRWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunnyhill Structure E-1 built?
Sunnyhill Structure E-1 was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Sunnyhill Structure E-1?
Sunnyhill Structure E-1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sunnyhill Structure E-1?
Sunnyhill Structure E-1 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 Sunnyhill Structure E-1 last inspected?
Sunnyhill Structure E-1 was last inspected on April 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.