Lake Frances Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Frances Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 61.4% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 238 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00113 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CHARLIE FRIER
Private
Nearby Dams
Timber Dam
Gadsden, FL
Low Hazard 20 ftHerbert Hicks Dam 2
Gadsden, FL
Unknown 13 ftButler Dam No. 1
Gadsden, FL
Low Hazard 27 ftDelancy Pond Dam
Gadsden, FL
Low Hazard 15 ftAnderson Dam
Gadsden, FL
Significant Hazard 25 ftMrg1
Gadsden, FL
Unknown 27 ftTouchton Dam
Gadsden, FL
Low Hazard 20 ftPeavy Dam
Gadsden, FL
Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Frances Dam?
Lake Frances Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Frances Dam?
Lake Frances Dam is owned by CHARLIE FRIER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Frances Dam built?
Lake Frances Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Lake Frances Dam?
Lake Frances Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Frances Dam?
Lake Frances Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Lake Frances Dam last inspected?
Lake Frances Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.