Wyecott Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Wyecott Lake Dam, located in Eufaula, Alabama, is a privately owned structure constructed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
The dam serves as a fish and wildlife pond, providing essential habitat for local species and enhancing the surrounding ecosystem. With a dam height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 283 acre-feet, Wyecott Lake Dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, stock management, and recreational activities in the area.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The spillway, with a width of 60 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing excess water to flow out safely during heavy rain events. While the dam has not been inspected since 1980, it is essential to ensure regular maintenance and monitoring to safeguard its structural integrity and prevent potential risks to downstream communities. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the ecological significance of Wyecott Lake Dam in maintaining a balanced ecosystem and supporting local wildlife populations.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
780 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR LEAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.78 |
Nid Storage |
283 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Wyecott Lake Dam