Sugar Creek Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sugar Creek Lake Dam, located in Dodge County, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Designed by J.J. Brown, the dam stands at a height of 13 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet, and a length of 480 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres, serving a drainage area of 807 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state and not subject to regular inspections, Sugar Creek Lake Dam has been deemed to have low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it continues to serve its intended purpose effectively for agricultural irrigation in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sugar Creek Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in private dam infrastructure management and risk assessment. With its unique design elements and moderate risk profile, the dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of water resource management, infrastructure maintenance, and hazard mitigation in the context of agricultural irrigation in Georgia.
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
807 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
0cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2570cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
39cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2080cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
2230cfs |
Oconee River At Dublin
|
2420cfs |
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.
Sugar Creek Lake Dam