Florence Cabiniss Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Florence Cabiniss Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01725 |
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
FLORENCE CABINISS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Florence Cabiniss Lake Dam?
Florence Cabiniss 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 Florence Cabiniss Lake Dam?
Florence Cabiniss Lake Dam is owned by FLORENCE CABINISS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Florence Cabiniss Lake Dam built?
Florence Cabiniss Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Florence Cabiniss Lake Dam?
Florence Cabiniss 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.