Hopkins Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hopkins Lake Dam, located in Wilkes, Georgia, is a private earth dam standing at 28 feet high and spanning 115 feet in length.


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Summary

With a storage capacity of 17 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 9 acre-feet, this dam serves as a crucial water resource in the area. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it features uncontrolled outlet gates.

Although the dam's hazard potential is labeled as undetermined and its condition assessment is not rated, it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity. The risk assessment for Hopkins Lake Dam indicates a moderate level of risk (3) and no emergency action plan (EAP) is currently in place. With its scenic location and importance for water storage in the region, Hopkins Lake Dam is a site of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to understand the impact of dams on the environment and water management practices.

Dam Length

115

Dam Height

28

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Nid Storage

17

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.