Schuessler Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Schuessler, located in Wehadkee, Alabama, is a privately owned dam completed in 1950 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
This earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, with a length of 540 feet and a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Wehadkee Creek in Randolph County, Alabama, serves as a low-hazard structure with a condition assessment that is currently not rated.
Despite not being state-regulated or permitted, Schuessler plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area, providing storage for fire protection and livestock needs. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 2000 cubic feet per second and a normal storage volume of 50 acre-feet. While the emergency action plan for Schuessler is not currently rated, the dam's low-hazard potential signifies a lower risk profile for potential incidents. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Schuessler represents a significant structure in the region's water infrastructure, contributing to the local ecosystem and community needs.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
540 |
River Or Stream |
WEHADKEE CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hillabahatchee Creek At Thaxton Rd
|
15cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Us 27
|
3070cfs |
Little Tallapoosa River Near Newell Al
|
381cfs |
Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al
|
1010cfs |
Little Tallapoosa River Below Bowdon
|
204cfs |
New River At Ga 100
|
88cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Schuessler