Wallace
Georgia — Hancock County — Oconee
Location
| State | Georgia |
| County | Hancock |
| River | Oconee |
| Coordinates | 33.35020, -83.15740 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 120 ft |
| Dam Height | 120 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,395 ft |
| NID Storage | 400,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 400,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19,050 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 19, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1980 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Georgia Power Company |
| Other Name | Laurens Shoals |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.