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Weiss Lake

Weiss Dam was the first dam built as a part of an Alabama Power Company construction program that further developed the Coosa River in the late 1950s and the 1960s. The facility was named after F.C. Weiss, a former chief engineer of Alabama Power.

The story of Weiss Dam and Weiss Lake began as a story of energy. It continues today as a story of flood control, recreation and economic opportunity, irrigation and drinking water, and fish and wildlife habitats. Power was just the beginning.

Weiss Lake map

Slackland Beach

A day-use area at Weiss Lake with an accessible trail, picnic tables, gazebo and protected swimming area.

Slackland Beach map

Slackland Beach Virtual Tour

Additional Amenities at Lay Lake

Recreation Facilities RAMP PICNIC SWIM BANK FISHING FISHING PIER HIKING ACCESSIBLE HUNTING PLAYGROUND RESTROOM DIRECTIONS
Mud Creek Boat Ramp ✔️ ✔️ MAP
HWY 9 Causeway Boat Ramp ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ MAP
Cobia Bridge Boat Ramp ✔️ ✔️ MAP
Cedar Bluff Fishing Pier ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ MAP
Bay Springs Boat Ramp ✔️ MAP
Weiss Tailrace Fishing Pier ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ MAP
Slackland Beach ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ MAP