Wheeler Dam
Alabama — Lauderdale County — TENNESSEE RIVER
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Lauderdale |
| River | TENNESSEE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 34.80643, -87.38188 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 175 ft |
| Dam Height | 175 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 228,045 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 228,045 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,220 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 29, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1.25 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1936 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | TVA |
| Other Name | Wheeler Lake |
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.