Danny Sapp Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Danny Sapp Lake Dam, located in Toombs County, Georgia, is a private earth dam with a height of 22 feet and a storage capacity of 189 acre-feet.
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Summary
Built by George Rice of the NRCS, this dam serves as a water resource for the surrounding area and is under state jurisdiction. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, indicating the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity.
Although the dam is uncontrolled with an unlisted spillway type, it has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection was conducted in May 2017, with a recommended inspection frequency of 5 years. Despite the lack of a formal emergency action plan (EAP) and inundation maps, the dam is considered to meet safety guidelines. With its primary purpose unspecified, Danny Sapp Lake Dam stands as a critical infrastructure for water management in the region and warrants continued monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Height |
22 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
189 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
218cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
4930cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1610cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
83cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2940cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
14cfs |
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.
Danny Sapp Lake Dam