Franktown Parker Fpe-4 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Franktown, Colorado, the Franktown Parker Fpe-4 dam is a critical piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risk along the East Cherry Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans 770 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 347 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the Franktown Parker Fpe-4 dam is considered to have a high risk level due to its location and the potential impact of a failure. The dam does not have a spillway but serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the area. With a maximum discharge capacity of 2525 cfs, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding communities from flooding events along the East Cherry Creek. Additionally, the dam is situated within the congressional district of Doug Lamborn (R), providing key representation for its maintenance and regulation at the federal level.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Franktown Parker Fpe-4 dam stands as a testament to the importance of effective flood risk reduction infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events. With its strategic location in El Paso County and the support of the local government and regulatory agencies, this dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the community and environment from potential flooding disasters. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resource management, the Franktown Parker Fpe-4 dam serves as a model for resilient infrastructure that balances both safety and environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
770 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
EAST CHERRY CR-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
347 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
41 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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