Sullivans Lake dam
Sullivans Lake
Sullivans Lake, located in Coweta, Georgia, is a private fish and wildlife pond that was completed in 1954 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. With a dam height of 23 feet and a length of 600 feet, the lake has a storage capacity of 314 acre-feet and serves various purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. The primary purpose of Sullivans Lake is to provide a habitat for fish and wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor activities.
Despite its low hazard potential, Sullivans Lake is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3. Although the condition assessment is not available, the lake is regularly monitored and maintained by the USDA NRCS. With a drainage area of 1.07 square miles and a spillway width of 60 feet, Sullivans Lake is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 90 cubic feet per second. While the lake does not have an emergency action plan in place, its risk management measures are currently not specified.
Overall, Sullivans Lake offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the importance of conservation efforts in maintaining healthy ecosystems. As a privately owned and managed body of water, the lake serves as a valuable resource for the local community and contributes to the overall biodiversity of the region. Whether used for fishing, wildlife observation, or recreational activities, Sullivans Lake stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human development and environmental stewardship.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Sullivans Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Line Creek Near Senoia | 14 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River Near Whitesburg | 1,120 cfs | → |
| Snake Creek Near Whitesburg | 10 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River Near Fairburn | 1,170 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Lovejoy | 108 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Griffin | 61 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Sullivans Lake.
Boat launches
- Pine Crest Drive 127, Peachtree City
- 1124 Peachtree City
- Peachtree Parkway 488, Shake Rag
- Us 27 Alternate;16 Whitesburg
- Burch Lake Road Fayette County
- Chattahoochee Bend State Park Riverwalk Trail Coweta County
Campgrounds
- Cochran Mill County Park
- Mcintosh Reserve Park
- Chattahoochee Bend State Park
- Brush Creek County Park
- John Tanner State Park
Fishing spots
- Padgett Lake
- Griffin City Reservoir
- Jester Creek
- Clayton County International Park
- George H Sparks Reservoir
- Butternut Creek
Track Sullivans Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Sullivans Lake
Where does the data for Sullivans Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Sullivans Lake.