Lake Frankie
Key Takeaway
Lake Frankie is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 559 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00725 |
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
F S BROOKS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Frankie?
Lake Frankie 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 Frankie?
Lake Frankie is owned by F S BROOKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Frankie built?
Lake Frankie was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Frankie?
Lake Frankie serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Frankie?
Lake Frankie has a dam height of 10 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.