Wingate Creek Isa
Key Takeaway
Wingate Creek Isa is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 75.5% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 13,832 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 288 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | FL11052 |
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
THE MOSAIC COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wingate Creek Isa?
Wingate Creek Isa 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 Wingate Creek Isa?
Wingate Creek Isa is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wingate Creek Isa built?
Wingate Creek Isa was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Wingate Creek Isa?
Wingate Creek Isa 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 Wingate Creek Isa?
Wingate Creek Isa has a dam height of 35 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 Wingate Creek Isa last inspected?
Wingate Creek Isa was last inspected on January 23, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.