Teco Cooling Pond
Key Takeaway
Teco Cooling Pond is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 37,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 908 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | FL13340 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TECO TAMPA ELECTRIC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Teco Cooling Pond?
Teco Cooling Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Teco Cooling Pond?
Teco Cooling Pond is owned by TECO TAMPA ELECTRIC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Teco Cooling Pond built?
Teco Cooling Pond was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Teco Cooling Pond?
Teco Cooling Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Teco Cooling Pond?
Teco Cooling Pond 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.
When was Teco Cooling Pond last inspected?
Teco Cooling Pond was last inspected on January 20, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.