Lake Franklin Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Franklin Dam, located in Franklin, Texas, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Constructed in 1963 by Wheeler Engineering Inc, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 880 feet, with a storage capacity of 1889 acre-feet. Situated on Glade Branch and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 136 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 6400 cubic feet per second.

Although the dam's hazard potential is not available, its condition assessment as of April 2021 was deemed unsatisfactory. With a moderate risk rating, the dam has undergone modifications in 1991 and is inspected every 5 years. Despite its condition, Lake Franklin Dam remains a popular recreational spot, offering a surface area of 90 acres and a normal storage capacity of 350 acre-feet for visitors to enjoy various water activities. While emergency action plans and inundation maps are not readily available, the dam continues to serve as a vital resource for the local community and water enthusiasts in the region.

Years Modified

1991 - Other

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

880

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

GLADE BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

90

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

7.23

Nid Storage

1889

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.