Cypress Lake
Key Takeaway
Cypress Lake is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 866 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | MS02275 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CYPRESS LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cypress Lake?
Cypress Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cypress Lake?
Cypress Lake is owned by CYPRESS LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cypress Lake built?
Cypress Lake was completed in 1948, making it 78 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?
Cypress Lake 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?
Cypress Lake has a dam height of 18 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 last inspected?
Cypress Lake was last inspected on May 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.