Franktown Parker Fpr-1
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 Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 482 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,352 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00288 |
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
DOUGLAS COUNTY
Local Government
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Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently 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.