Sa 2 S.R. Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Sa 2 S.R.


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Summary

is a privately owned dam located in White Springs, Florida, along the Suwannee River. Built in 1966, this earthen dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a structural height of 22 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 1800 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for tailings purposes and is regulated and inspected by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).

Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a very high risk, with a risk assessment of 1. The spillway type for Sa 2 S.R. is controlled, with a width of 64 feet. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and emergency action plans are not reported to be prepared or in compliance with guidelines. The surrounding area has a surface area of 88 acres and a drainage area of 0.14 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 220 cubic feet per second.

Overall, Sa 2 S.R. represents a critical infrastructure along the Suwannee River in Florida, serving important tailings purposes. With high risk assessment and potential hazards, it is essential for the dam to undergo regular inspections and for emergency action plans to be developed to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding area and the environment.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

8518

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

SUWANNE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

88

Hydraulic Height

13

Drainage Area

0.14

Nid Storage

1800

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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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.