West Akins Dam
Florida — Polk County
Location
| State | Florida |
| County | Polk |
| Coordinates | 27.91000, -81.95000 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 17,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 10,620 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 10,620 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,600 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Tailings |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | CITY OF LAKELAND |
Location Map
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.