Franktown Parker Fpr-1, also known as Russelville-1 Dam, is a local government-owned structure in Douglas County, Colorado, designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 482 acre-feet on Wildcat Canyon. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam spans 630 feet in length and has a surface area of 24 acres.
Managed by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, Franktown Parker Fpr-1 has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in fair condition based on a 2019 assessment. The dam is not equipped with a spillway but has a hydraulic height of 47 feet and a structural height of 51 feet. Despite its relatively small drainage area of 8 square miles, the dam can handle a maximum discharge of 2352 cubic feet per second.
Located in the Albuquerque District, Franktown Parker Fpr-1 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and is subject to regular state inspections and enforcement measures. With its proximity to the Wildcat Canyon, this dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area, underlining the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
WILDCAT CANYON |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
47 |
Drainage Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
482 |
Structural Height |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
51 |