Wilson Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateAlabama
CountyLauderdale
Nearest CityFLORENCE
River/StreamTENNESSEE RIVER
Coordinates34.79997, -87.62551

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height137 ft
Dam Height113 ft
Dam Length4,541 ft
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage674,220 acre-ft
Max Storage674,220 acre-ft
Normal Storage636,543 acre-ft
Surface Area15,600 acres
Drainage Area30,750 sq mi
Max Discharge893,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerTVA
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection07/17/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDAL07702
Federal IDAL07702
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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