Big Cypress Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Cypress Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 258 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01136 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
LEWIS E FORD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Cypress Lake Dam?
Big Cypress Lake Dam 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 Big Cypress Lake Dam?
Big Cypress Lake Dam is owned by LEWIS E FORD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Cypress Lake Dam built?
Big Cypress Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Big Cypress Lake Dam?
Big Cypress Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.