Patrick Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Tift, Georgia, Patrick Lake Dam was completed in 1954 and serves as a recreational spot for water and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
Designed by Archie Swain, this private dam on Sapp Creek stands at a height of 10.6 feet and has a length of 685 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 119.6 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 20 acres and has a drainage area of 900 square miles.
Despite being state regulated, Patrick Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While it has not been inspected since August 2000, the condition assessment remains unrated. With its scenic location and recreational purpose, Patrick Lake Dam offers a tranquil setting for outdoor activities while also contributing to the local water resource management in the area.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
685 |
Dam Height |
10.6 |
River Or Stream |
SAPP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Drainage Area |
900 |
Nid Storage |
119.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
12cfs |
Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd
|
45cfs |
Okapilco Creek At Ga 33
|
14cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
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.
Patrick Lake Dam