Sanders Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Minish Lake Dam Farnham Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sanders Lake Dam, located in Banks, Georgia, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, is an earth type dam with a height of 29 feet and a hydraulic height of 21 feet. With a storage capacity of 137 acre-feet, the dam provides a surface area of 10 acres for recreational activities.
Despite its low hazard potential, Sanders Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, reflecting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with the last inspection conducted in October 2012. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam meets state inspection requirements and is under state jurisdiction for regulation.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sanders Lake Dam offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems. As a recreational site in the Five Points Environs, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable dam management practices in mitigating potential risks and ensuring the safety of surrounding communities. With its picturesque setting and potential for outdoor activities, Sanders Lake Dam is a valuable asset that requires careful stewardship to maintain its functionality and safety for future generations.
Dam Length |
552 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
137 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Sanders Lake Dam