Lake No. 7 Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake No. 7 Dam is classified as high hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01445 |
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
RESORT DEVELOPERS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake No. 7 Dam?
Lake No. 7 Dam 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 Lake No. 7 Dam?
Lake No. 7 Dam is owned by RESORT DEVELOPERS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake No. 7 Dam built?
Lake No. 7 Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 No. 7 Dam?
Lake No. 7 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.