Sapp Dam dam
Sapp Dam
Sapp Dam, located in Camp Flowers, Florida, along Clear Creek, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation. Built in 1928, the dam stands at 17 feet high and stretches 470 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
Although the dam has not been inspected since May 1994, it is still deemed to be in satisfactory condition. With its location in Bay County, Florida, the dam serves as a key feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike, offering a serene setting for recreational activities. The dam's presence along Clear Creek adds to the natural beauty of the surrounding area, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts.
Overall, Sapp Dam presents an interesting case study for those interested in water resource management and climate resilience. While it may not be heavily regulated by federal agencies, its role in providing recreational opportunities and contributing to the local ecosystem makes it a valuable asset for the community. As discussions around dam safety and maintenance continue, Sapp Dam stands as a testament to the balance between human intervention and environmental preservation.
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 Sapp Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Econfina Creek Near Bennett | 442 cfs | → |
| Holmes Creek At Vernon | 826 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River Nr Bruce | 5,360 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola R.Ab Chipola Conr Wewahitchka | 11,900 cfs | → |
| Chipola River Nr Altha | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola River Nr Blountstown | 9,690 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Sapp Dam.
Boat launches
- Bay Head North
- High Point Landing, Panama City
- State Highway 77a 4401-4523, Panama City
- Mccaw Everett Park
- Highway 2302 7322, Southport
- Polecat Bayou Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Raptor Ranch - Tyndall Afb Military
- Panama City Css Military
- St. Andrews State Park
- Dead Lakes State Rec Area
- Sand Pond Recreation Area
- Pine Log State Forest
Fishing spots
Track Sapp Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Sapp Dam
Where does the data for Sapp Dam 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 Sapp Dam.