Franktown Parker Fpr-1

WILDCAT CANYON· Douglas, Colorado· Built 1964· Earth· 45 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Franktown Parker Fpr-1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 85.3% in CO)
Dam Length630 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage482 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge2,352 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDCO00288

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 5, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

DOUGLAS COUNTY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Franktown Parker Fpr-1?

Franktown Parker Fpr-1 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 Franktown Parker Fpr-1?

Franktown Parker Fpr-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 Fpr-1 built?

Franktown Parker Fpr-1 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Fpr-1?

Franktown Parker Fpr-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 Fpr-1?

Franktown Parker Fpr-1 has a dam height of 45 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 Fpr-1 last inspected?

Franktown Parker Fpr-1 was last inspected on April 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.