Paul Stephens Basin Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Paul Stephens Basin Dam is a private dam located in Sandersville, Georgia, along the Savannah River/ Ford Branch.
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Summary
Completed in 2016, this earth dam stands at a height of 30.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is listed as "Other," with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
While the dam is not state-regulated or permitted, it is regularly inspected by the state and deemed to be in "Not Rated" condition. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with an emergency action plan (EAP) status that is not currently prepared or up to date. With its moderate risk assessment and low hazard potential, Paul Stephens Basin Dam serves as a crucial water resource structure in the region, providing necessary storage and flood control capabilities for the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
2016 |
Dam Height |
30.5 |
River Or Stream |
Savannah River/ Ford Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.1 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
10cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
51cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
7cfs |
Little River Near Washington
|
46cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
5230cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
315cfs |
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.
Paul Stephens Basin Dam