Wall Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wall Lake Dam, located in Ellaville, Georgia, is a private earth dam with a height of 30 feet and a length of 674 feet.


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Summary

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam has a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet and a normal storage of 119 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with uncontrolled outlet gates.

The dam poses a low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment. The last inspection of Wall Lake Dam was conducted in May 2016, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. The risk assessment categorizes the dam as having a moderate risk level. Overall, Wall Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource structure in Schley County, Georgia, contributing to the management of water resources and climate in the region.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate can appreciate the significance of Wall Lake Dam as a key infrastructure for water storage and management in Georgia. The dam's design and functionality highlight the importance of effective water resource management in maintaining a sustainable environment. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk level, Wall Lake Dam stands as a crucial piece of infrastructure in the region, contributing to the overall resilience of the water resource system.

Dam Length

674

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

30

Nid Storage

156

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.