Franklin Racey Dam

Frederick, Virginia· 31 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Franklin Racey Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 71.8% in VA)
Dam Length300 ft
Max Storage28 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDVA069028

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

RACEY, FRANKLIN P

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Franklin Racey Dam?

Franklin Racey Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Franklin Racey Dam?

Franklin Racey Dam is owned by RACEY, FRANKLIN P (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Franklin Racey Dam?

Franklin Racey Dam has a dam height of 31 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.