Franktown Parker Fpp-1
Key Takeaway
Franktown Parker Fpp-1 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 59.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 821 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,474 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00287 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOUGLAS COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Franktown Parker Fpp-1?
Franktown Parker Fpp-1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Franktown Parker Fpp-1?
Franktown Parker Fpp-1 is owned by DOUGLAS COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Franktown Parker Fpp-1 built?
Franktown Parker Fpp-1 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Franktown Parker Fpp-1?
Franktown Parker Fpp-1 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 Franktown Parker Fpp-1?
Franktown Parker Fpp-1 has a dam height of 27 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 Franktown Parker Fpp-1 last inspected?
Franktown Parker Fpp-1 was last inspected on September 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.