Cypress Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cypress Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 2,650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 552 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 170 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00064 |
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
Cypress Lake Enterprises, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cypress Lake Dam?
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 Cypress Lake Dam?
Cypress Lake Dam is owned by Cypress Lake Enterprises, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cypress Lake Dam built?
Cypress Lake Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Cypress Lake Dam?
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.
How tall is Cypress Lake Dam?
Cypress Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Cypress Lake Dam last inspected?
Cypress Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.