Dams in Lauderdale County, Alabama
6Total Dams
2High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Lauderdale County, Alabama
Lauderdale County has 6 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Lauderdale County is 75 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is Wheeler Dam at 175 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeler Dam | High | Not Available | 175 | Hydroelectric | 1936 |
| Wilson Dam | High | Not Available | 137 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1924 |
| Cypress Creek W/s Dam Site 17 | Significant | Not Rated | 27 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1986 |
| Sharps Mill Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 15 | Other | 1929 |
| Emmett Abramson Lake | Low | Not Rated | 23 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1966 |
| Kasmeier Pond | Low | Not Rated | 13 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1960 |