Weiss - Spillway Diversion Dam
Alabama — Cherokee County
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Cherokee |
| Coordinates | 34.17200, -85.75394 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 90 ft |
| Dam Height | 90 ft |
| Dam Length | 7,869 ft |
| NID Storage | 306,400 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 306,400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30,200 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1961 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | Alabama Power Company |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.