Marshall And Hope Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Marshall and Hope Lake Dam, also known as Walker-Laney Dam, is a private earth dam located in Jones, Georgia.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a height of 16 feet and a length of 390 feet. It has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and a drainage area of 120 square miles, making it an important water resource in the region.

Despite being unregulated by the state and categorized as having low hazard potential, Marshall and Hope Lake Dam is considered to have moderate risk. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it is important to note that it has not undergone recent inspection or assessment. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses moderate risk and would benefit from updated emergency action plans and risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.

As a significant structure in the area for both water resource management and recreational activities, it is essential for stakeholders to prioritize the maintenance and monitoring of Marshall and Hope Lake Dam. With its location in the Hillsboro Lake Environs and its historical significance as a source of water storage, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

390

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

120

Nid Storage

54

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.