Charles L. Williams Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Bleckley, Georgia, the Charles L.
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Summary
Williams Dam is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA/NRCS and completed in 2008. This earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans a length of 752 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of controlling the flow of Paulks Lake and has a spillway type of uncontrolled, with a hazard potential rated as low.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, the Charles L. Williams Dam is deemed to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment score of 3. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and there is no emergency action plan in place. With its foundation type listed as unlisted/unknown and an outlet gate of uncontrolled, the dam presents a moderate risk that may require further risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
752 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
PAULKS LAKE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2570cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
39cfs |
Oconee River At Dublin
|
2420cfs |
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
10cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Macon
|
2030cfs |
Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon
|
6cfs |
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.
Charles L. Williams Dam