Halls Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Wilkinson, Georgia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Halls Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage190 acre-ft
Normal Storage76 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area900 sq mi
NID IDGA02935

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 1, 2006
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Joseph Smith

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Halls Lake Dam?

Halls Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Halls Lake Dam?

Halls Lake Dam is owned by Joseph Smith (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Halls Lake Dam?

Halls Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Halls Lake Dam?

Halls Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Halls Lake Dam last inspected?

Halls Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.