Hale Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hale Lake Dam, located in Wilkes, Georgia, near the city of Aonia, was completed in 1960 and stands at a height of 19 feet with a length of 300 feet.


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Summary

The dam, primarily owned by a private entity, serves a variety of purposes, including water storage, with a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. It is classified as an earthen dam with a buttress core type, designed by an unknown designer.

Although the dam is not regulated by the state, it has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, allowing for controlled water release. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance. Despite these factors, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan are currently not documented.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hale Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in dam infrastructure management. With its unique design characteristics and historical significance, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of regular inspection, maintenance, and emergency preparedness for ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region. As discussions around dam safety and risk management continue to evolve, Hale Lake Dam stands as a testament to the ongoing challenges and opportunities in the field of water resource management.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Nid Storage

67

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

19
       
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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. 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

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, 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.