Wheeler
Key Takeaway
Wheeler is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00568 |
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
N A WHEELER %ESTATE<
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wheeler?
Wheeler 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 Wheeler?
Wheeler is owned by N A WHEELER %ESTATE< (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wheeler built?
Wheeler was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Wheeler?
Wheeler serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.