Franktown Parker Fpa-1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Franktown Parker Fpa-1 is a locally owned dam in Elizabeth, Colorado, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1963.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet, with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a structural height of 32 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential water-related disasters. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in fair condition, as assessed in April 2019.

Located on Antelope Creek-TR, Franktown Parker Fpa-1 has a storage capacity of 45 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 25 acre-feet. Despite its modest size, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks in the region. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1473 cubic feet per second, this dam is a key component of the local water resource infrastructure, ensuring the safety and well-being of nearby communities.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Franktown Parker Fpa-1 undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in April 2019. While the dam's risk assessment is rated as high (2), its current condition is deemed satisfactory for its intended purpose. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the maintenance and upkeep of structures like Franktown Parker Fpa-1 are essential in safeguarding against potential flood events and ensuring the resilience of water systems in Colorado.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

475

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

ANTELOPE CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

26

Nid Storage

45

Structural Height

32

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

32
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.