Lake Frances Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Frances Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 53 ft (taller than 96.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 522 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 834 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 252 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01522 |
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
UHS of Talbot, L.P. c/o Universal Health Services of Delaware, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Frances Dam?
Lake Frances Dam 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 Lake Frances Dam?
Lake Frances Dam is owned by UHS of Talbot, L.P. c/o Universal Health Services of Delaware, Inc. (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 1960, making it 66 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: Recreation. 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 53 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 June 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.