Franklin County Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyFranklin
Nearest CityMOUNT VERNON
River/StreamBIG CYPRESS CREEK
Coordinates33.05663, -95.13998

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height73 ft
Dam Height73 ft
Dam Length5,250 ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage164,000 acre-ft
Max Storage164,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage67,690 acre-ft
Surface Area4,750 acres
Drainage Area75 sq mi
Max Discharge69,257 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerFRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/17/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX03288
Federal IDTX03288
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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