Lake Frank Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Frank Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 468 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 81 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00110 |
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
Wessinger, Travis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Frank Dam?
Lake Frank Dam 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 Frank Dam?
Lake Frank Dam is owned by Wessinger, Travis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Frank Dam built?
Lake Frank Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Frank Dam?
Lake Frank Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Frank Dam?
Lake Frank Dam has a dam height of 16 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.