Willis Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Dublin, Georgia, Willis Lake Dam is a private earth dam that serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this dam stands at 15 feet in height and stretches 370 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet. Situated on Hunger and Hardship Creek, this dam creates a surface area of 9 acres and drains an area of 1800 acres.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Willis Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition but undergoes inspections every five years. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and while it is not regulated by the state or permitted, it is inspected regularly for safety. Despite its private ownership, this dam provides valuable recreational opportunities for the community and serves as a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure in Laurens County.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
370 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
HUNGER AND HARDSHIP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
1800 |
Nid Storage |
145 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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 |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1340cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2110cfs |
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.
Willis Lake Dam