Franklin Pond
Key Takeaway
Franklin Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 80.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 875 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00465 |
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
Gadient, Don and Art
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Franklin Pond?
Franklin Pond 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 Franklin Pond?
Franklin Pond is owned by Gadient, Don and Art (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Franklin Pond built?
Franklin Pond was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Franklin Pond?
Franklin Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Franklin Pond?
Franklin Pond 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 Franklin Pond last inspected?
Franklin Pond was last inspected on April 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.