Francy Site 3
Key Takeaway
Francy Site 3 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 366 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04248 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Larry Francy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Francy Site 3?
Francy Site 3 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Francy Site 3?
Francy Site 3 is owned by Larry Francy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Francy Site 3 built?
Francy Site 3 was completed in 2010, making it 16 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Francy Site 3?
Francy Site 3 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Francy Site 3?
Francy Site 3 has a dam height of 29 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Francy Site 3 last inspected?
Francy Site 3 was last inspected on September 23, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.