Weiss - Main Dam
Alabama — Cherokee County — Coosa
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Cherokee |
| River | Coosa |
| Coordinates | 34.13231, -85.79396 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 86 ft |
| Dam Height | 86 ft |
| Dam Length | 19,253 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 | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 26, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1961 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Alabama Power Company |
| Other Name | Powerhouse Dam and West Freeboard Dike |
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.