Lake Franklin Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Franklin Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 845 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 786 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 378 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 63 acres |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04102 |
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
Wayne McKinnon
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Franklin Dam?
Lake Franklin 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 Franklin Dam?
Lake Franklin Dam is owned by Wayne McKinnon (Private). 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 1987, making it 39 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: Irrigation. 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 14 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 July 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.