Sapps Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sapps Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 110 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02944 |
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, E.L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sapps Lake Dam?
Sapps Lake 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 Sapps Lake Dam?
Sapps Lake Dam is owned by Sapp, E.L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sapps Lake Dam built?
Sapps Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Sapps Lake Dam?
Sapps Lake 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 Sapps Lake Dam?
Sapps Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.
When was Sapps Lake Dam last inspected?
Sapps Lake Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.