Ward Lake Dam
Florida — Manatee County — BRADEN RIVER
Location
| State | Florida |
| County | Manatee |
| River | BRADEN RIVER |
| Coordinates | 27.44206, -82.48727 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| NID Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1973 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF BRADENTON |
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.