Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area

ALLIGATOR CREEK· Bradford, Florida· Built 1976· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 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 Length10,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage720 acre-ft
Surface Area407 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDFL00700

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: No
Last Inspection: August 6, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SRWMD

Ownership

CHEMOURS COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area?

Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area 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 Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area?

Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area is owned by CHEMOURS COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area built?

Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area?

Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area 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 Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area?

Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area 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 Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area last inspected?

Trail Ridge Plant Settling Area was last inspected on August 6, 2014. 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.