Lake Cypress Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Cypress Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 2,240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 345 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 115 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03138 |
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
Carl Cummings
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Cypress Dam?
Lake Cypress 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 Lake Cypress Dam?
Lake Cypress Dam is owned by Carl Cummings (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Cypress Dam built?
Lake Cypress Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Lake Cypress Dam?
Lake Cypress 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 Lake Cypress Dam?
Lake Cypress Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Lake Cypress Dam last inspected?
Lake Cypress Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.