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Lower Franklin No.
2, located in Beverly Hills, California, is a vital water supply structure managed by the local government. This earth dam, completed in 1982, stands at a height of 49 feet and has a storage capacity of 206 acre-feet. Situated on the Franklin Canyon stream, this dam serves the primary purpose of water supply for the region, showcasing its importance in sustaining the local water resources.
Maintained and regulated by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) under the Safety of Dams program, Lower Franklin No. 2 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2017. With state-permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols in place, this dam plays a crucial role in ensuring the resilience of the water infrastructure in Los Angeles County. The structure's compliance with safety standards and regular inspections further underscore its significance in water resource management.
Despite its modest surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 1.12 square miles, Lower Franklin No. 2 stands as a reliable asset in the region's water supply network. With its strategic location and functional design, this dam continues to contribute to the sustainable management of water resources in the area, highlighting the collaboration between local government agencies and state regulators in safeguarding vital infrastructure for the benefit of the community and the environment.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
410 |
Dam Height |
49 |
River Or Stream |
Franklin Canyon |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
1.12 |
Nid Storage |
206 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
49 |
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Orlando
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Oakwilde
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West Fork - Headwaters (Se 1/4, Ne 1/4, Sec 14, T2N, R12W) To Cogswell Reservoir (Ne 1/4, Sw 1/4, Sec 24, T2N, R9W
Gaging Station Below Spillway Of Cogswell Dam (Ne 1/4, Se 1/4, Sec 19, T2N, R10W) To Confluence With Nf San Gabriel River (Sw 1/4.Sw 1/4, Sec 15, T2N, R9W)
Headwaters In The Santa Monica Mountains To Mouth At Pacific Ocean
Site Of St Francis Dam Disaster To Seco Canyon At The Nf Boundary
Cooper Canyon- Near State Highway 2 (Sw 1/4, Ne 1/4, Sec 16, T3N, R10W To Confluence With Little Rock Creek
Mainstream - Confluence With South Fork Little Rock Creek To Little Rock Creek Reservoir