Ben Hall Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Ben Hall Lake Dam, located in Laurens, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam on Big Creek primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Standing at 16 feet high and 570 feet long, the dam provides a storage capacity of 1156 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 593 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and its hazard potential is rated as low with a moderate risk assessment of 3.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Ben Hall Lake Dam has not been inspected since November 2004, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. Despite its condition being listed as "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are unknown. With its scenic location and potential for outdoor activities, Ben Hall Lake Dam serves as a valuable water resource for the community and a hub for water and climate enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.
Dam Length |
570 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
150 |
Nid Storage |
1156 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1030cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
864cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
49cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
606cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
52cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1280cfs |
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.
Ben Hall Lake Dam