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Florida — Polk County — ALAFIA RIVER

Location

StateFlorida
CountyPolk
RiverALAFIA RIVER
Coordinates27.90490, -81.95440

Physical Characteristics

NID Height33 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length18,504 ft
NID Storage12,500 acre-ft
Max Storage12,500 acre-ft
Surface Area461 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 20, 2006
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1922
Primary PurposeTailings
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerTHE MOSAIC COMPANY

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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