Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight

TR-WASHINGTON CREEK· Perry, Alabama· Built 1953· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Max Discharge52 cfs
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDAL01637

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

E E DONOVAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight?

Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight?

Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight is owned by E E DONOVAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight built?

Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight?

Lakeland Farms Dam Number Eight serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.