Wc-4 Water Control Structure

GANT LAKE CANAL TRIB· Sumter, Florida· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Water Supply State Government

Key Takeaway

Wc-4 Water Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 10.3% in FL)
Dam Length107 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage330 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
NID IDFL19004

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 20, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

SWFWMD

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wc-4 Water Control Structure?

Wc-4 Water Control 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 Wc-4 Water Control Structure?

Wc-4 Water Control Structure is owned by SWFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wc-4 Water Control Structure?

Wc-4 Water Control Structure serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wc-4 Water Control Structure?

Wc-4 Water Control Structure has a dam height of 9 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 Wc-4 Water Control Structure last inspected?

Wc-4 Water Control Structure was last inspected on April 20, 2023. 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.