Lake Franklin Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Franklin Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 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 | 48 ft (taller than 95.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 886 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 677 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01662 |
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
Georgia DNR
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Franklin Dam?
Lake Franklin 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 Franklin Dam?
Lake Franklin Dam is owned by Georgia DNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Franklin Dam built?
Lake Franklin Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Franklin Dam?
Lake Franklin 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 Franklin Dam?
Lake Franklin Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Franklin Dam last inspected?
Lake Franklin Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.