Franktown Parker Fps-1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Franktown Parker Fps-1, also known as Stroh Dam, is a local government-owned structure located in Parker, Colorado, along Cherry Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a maximum storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and a normal storage of 40 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Franktown Parker Fps-1 has been regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Colorado Department of Water Resources. The dam lacks a spillway but boasts a spillway width of 101 feet, and has a maximum discharge capacity of 1199 cubic feet per second. While it does not have associated locks, it has been inspected as recently as September 2020 and has an inspection frequency of every three years, indicating a commitment to ensuring its safety and functionality.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the strategic location and design of Franktown Parker Fps-1, which contributes to the overall flood risk reduction efforts in the area. With its high hazard potential and risk assessment rating, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for mitigating potential disasters and protecting the surrounding communities. As it continues to be monitored and maintained, Franktown Parker Fps-1 stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate challenges.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

679

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

CHERRY CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

30

Nid Storage

66

Structural Height

37

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

37
       
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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.