Sa 14 S.R. Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sa 13 S.R. Sa 12 S.R.
Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Sa 14 S.R., located in White Springs, Florida, is a private earth dam constructed in 2000 for tailings storage on the Suwannee River.
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Summary
With a height of 24 feet and a hydraulic height of 19 feet, this dam serves the primary purpose of tailings containment with a storage capacity of 30,000 acre-feet. The dam has a controlled spillway with a width of 64 feet and a maximum discharge of 220 cubic feet per second.
Although rated as having a low hazard potential, Sa 14 S.R. poses a very high risk due to its location and potential impact on the surrounding area. The dam has not been inspected since December 1998 and is currently not rated for its condition assessment. With a drainage area of 2.5 square miles and a surface area of 1614 acres, the dam presents a significant risk if not properly managed and maintained.
Given its critical location on the Suwannee River and the potential consequences of a dam failure, it is imperative for the regulatory agencies, including FDEP, to conduct regular inspections and assessments to ensure the safety and integrity of Sa 14 S.R. Emergency action plans and risk management measures should be put in place to mitigate the identified risks and protect the surrounding community and environment from any potential hazards associated with this dam.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
28000 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
SUWANNE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1614 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
2.5 |
Nid Storage |
30000 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Suwannee River At White Springs
|
130cfs |
Suwannee R Nr Benton Fla
|
1250cfs |
Suwannee River At Suwannee Springs Fla
|
231cfs |
Suwannee River At Us 441
|
108cfs |
Alapaha River Near Jennings Fla
|
176cfs |
Suwannee River At Ellaville
|
1310cfs |
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.
Sa 14 S.R.