Lakeland Farms Dam Number Fourteen, located in Perry County, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam with a significant hazard potential.
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Humidity
The dam, with a primary purpose listed as "Other," has not been rated for its condition and lacks detailed information on key structural aspects such as height, length, and volume. Despite its lack of state regulation and inspection, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With no associated structures and no outlet gates, Lakeland Farms Dam Number Fourteen poses a potential risk to the surrounding area in the event of a breach or failure. The dam's emergency action plan status, condition assessment, and risk management measures remain unknown, raising concerns about the overall safety and preparedness of the structure. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of dams like this one becomes increasingly vital to ensure the protection of downstream communities and ecosystems.
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
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|
3680cfs |
Cahaba River At Centreville Al
|
11700cfs |
Mulberry Creek At Jones Al
|
1530cfs |
Black Warrior River At Selden L & D Near Eutaw
|
31700cfs |
Tombigbee R At Demopolis L&D Near Coatopa
|
28200cfs |
Elliotts Creek At Moundville Al
|
167cfs |