Lake Wehapa Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Wehapa Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,580 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01337 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WEHAPA LAKE INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wehapa Dam?
Lake Wehapa Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Wehapa Dam?
Lake Wehapa Dam is owned by WEHAPA LAKE INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Wehapa Dam built?
Lake Wehapa Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Wehapa Dam?
Lake Wehapa Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.