Hobbs Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Smith Lake Dam Hatchett Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Hobbs Lake Dam, located in Laurens, Georgia, serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area by creating a recreational lake with a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam, classified as an Earth dam with a height of 13 feet and a length of 555 feet, stands on Rum Creek and has a low hazard potential. While it is not currently regulated by the state, the dam provides opportunities for recreation and wildlife habitat in the region.
Although the dam's condition is not currently rated, its risk assessment is moderate, with measures in place to manage potential risks. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. Additionally, the dam's association with the Charleston District of the USACE highlights its significance as a key infrastructure for water management in the area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hobbs Lake Dam represents a unique blend of recreational and environmental benefits, showcasing the intersection of human development and natural ecosystems. As a private-owned structure, the dam's role in water storage and management underscores the importance of sustainable practices and monitoring to mitigate potential risks and ensure the continued well-being of the surrounding community and ecosystem.
Dam Length |
555 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
RUM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
1900 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1070cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
895cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
54cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
614cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
56cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1340cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Hobbs Lake Dam