Wrg-Bl-08e

ALAFIA RIVER· Polk, Florida· Built 1977· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Wrg-Bl-08e is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is tailings.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL)
Dam Length3,707 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage340 acre-ft
Normal Storage300 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDFL11033

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: Yes
Last Inspection: January 20, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

THE MOSAIC COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wrg-Bl-08e?

Wrg-Bl-08e 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 Wrg-Bl-08e?

Wrg-Bl-08e is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wrg-Bl-08e built?

Wrg-Bl-08e was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Wrg-Bl-08e?

Wrg-Bl-08e 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 Wrg-Bl-08e?

Wrg-Bl-08e 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 Wrg-Bl-08e last inspected?

Wrg-Bl-08e 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.