Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 285 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03348 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Sapp, J. W.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam?
Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam?
Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Sapp, J. W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam?
Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam?
Sapp Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.