Pittman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Connell Lake Dam Bass Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Pittman Lake Dam, located in Sale City, Georgia, was completed in 1962 by designer D.E.
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Summary
Pittman for the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. This earth dam stands at a height of 9.8 feet with a hydraulic height of 9.1 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 266 acre-feet of water. The dam, situated on SALLYS BRANCH, serves as a vital resource for the local community while also offering recreational opportunities with a surface area of 37 acres.
Despite being privately owned, Pittman Lake Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Georgia and is subject to regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is deemed to be in satisfactory condition but is not currently rated. While the dam lacks certain regulatory features such as a controlled spillway or outlet gates, its importance for fire protection and water storage in the region cannot be understated. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pittman Lake Dam represents a prime example of how private infrastructure plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting local ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
860 |
Dam Height |
9.8 |
River Or Stream |
SALLYS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
37 |
Hydraulic Height |
9.1 |
Nid Storage |
266 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River At Newton
|
5110cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
4060cfs |
Ochlockonee River Near Thomasville
|
32cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek Below Newton
|
626cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
7cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek Near Elmodel
|
608cfs |
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.
Pittman Lake Dam