Lake Frances
Key Takeaway
Lake Frances is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 68.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,778 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30187 |
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
HAUANI CREEK RANCH LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Frances?
Lake Frances 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 Lake Frances?
Lake Frances is owned by HAUANI CREEK RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Frances built?
Lake Frances was completed in 2005, making it 21 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?
Lake Frances serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Frances?
Lake Frances has a dam height of 33 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 last inspected?
Lake Frances was last inspected on May 6, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.