Wiley Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wiley Lake Dam, also known as Callaway Lake Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Hogansville, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1975, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a height of 17.2 feet and a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 6 acres within a drainage area of 41 square miles.

Although not regulated by the state, Wiley Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or inspection history available. Despite not being currently rated for condition assessment, the dam continues to serve its intended purposes effectively while contributing to the local ecosystem.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of dams will find Wiley Lake Dam a fascinating case study. Located in a picturesque setting in Troup County, Georgia, this privately owned structure offers insights into the importance of small-scale dams in providing essential services like fire protection and wildlife habitat management. With a focus on risk assessment and hazard potential, Wiley Lake Dam showcases the delicate balance between water resource management and environmental conservation.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

660

Dam Height

17.2

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

14.6

Drainage Area

41

Nid Storage

70

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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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.