Cypress Lake, also known as L C Gallett Lake Dam, is a private-owned reservoir located in Madison, Mississippi.
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This picturesque lake serves primarily for recreational purposes and was completed in 1948, offering a tranquil escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a dam height of 18 feet and a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet, Cypress Lake covers a surface area of 24.2 acres and is fed by the Brashear Creek.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Cypress Lake has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition. Despite its uncontrolled spillway, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and management measures. Surrounded by natural beauty and offering a haven for outdoor activities, Cypress Lake is a valuable resource in the region and contributes to the local ecosystem's water dynamics.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate conservation can appreciate Cypress Lake's significance as a recreational hub while also acknowledging the importance of maintaining its infrastructure and monitoring its risk factors. With a focus on sustainable management and conservation efforts, Cypress Lake stands as a symbol of the delicate balance between human enjoyment and environmental stewardship in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF BRASHEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
250 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
18 |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
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356cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
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362cfs |
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1100cfs |
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392cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
520cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
73cfs |
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