Wedowee Club Lake dam
Wedowee Club Lake
Wedowee Club Lake, located in Malone, Alabama, is a private recreational lake situated along TR Wildcat Creek. Built in 1942, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 26 feet, providing a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and has a low hazard potential with a condition assessment that is currently not rated. The lake offers a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various water activities in a picturesque natural setting.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Wedowee Club Lake has not undergone any significant modifications since its completion. With a maximum discharge capacity of 620 cubic feet per second, the dam ensures controlled water release during heavy rainfall events to prevent flooding downstream. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures remain unspecified, suggesting a need for further evaluation and preparation in case of emergencies. Overall, Wedowee Club Lake presents an inviting opportunity for outdoor recreation while highlighting the importance of maintaining proper dam safety protocols in water resource management.
For those interested in exploring Wedowee Club Lake, the tranquil waters and surrounding natural beauty offer a peaceful retreat for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With its moderate storage capacity and low hazard potential, the lake provides a secure environment for recreational activities while also serving as a reminder of the vital role that proper dam maintenance and emergency preparedness play in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources. Whether you're a climate enthusiast or simply looking for a place to unwind in nature, Wedowee Club Lake is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered and enjoyed.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Wedowee Club Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Tallapoosa River Near Newell Al | 125 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al | 736 cfs | → |
| Hillabahatchee Creek At Thaxton Rd | 6 cfs | → |
| Little Tallapoosa River Below Bowdon | 40 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At Us 27 | 1,190 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Heflin | 145 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wedowee Club Lake.
Boat launches
- Us 431 Wedowee
- Heard Street Randolph County
- Wadeeta Drive Randolph County
- Key Pads Street Randolph County
- Watkins Circle Randolph County
Campgrounds
- Cheaha State Park
- Turnipseed Campground
- Turnipseed Hunter Camp
- Brush Creek County Park
- Lake Chinnabee
- Whitetail Ridge
Fishing spots
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About Wedowee Club Lake
Where does the data for Wedowee Club Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Wedowee Club Lake.