Tenoroc Bdn-T-03

SADDLE CREEK· Polk, Florida· Built 1950· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings State Government

Key Takeaway

Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 13.4% in FL)
Dam Length21,130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage6.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage5.5K acre-ft
Surface Area554 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge30 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDFL11030

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: January 20, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SWFWMD

Ownership

STATE OF FLORIDA

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tenoroc Bdn-T-03?

Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 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 Tenoroc Bdn-T-03?

Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 is owned by STATE OF FLORIDA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 built?

Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Tenoroc Bdn-T-03?

Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tenoroc Bdn-T-03?

Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 has a dam height of 10 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 Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 last inspected?

Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 was last inspected on January 20, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.