William Franck Dam is an earth dam located in Henry County, Virginia. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 20 ft20 ft tall. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic embankment section and the water level is illustrative.
About William Franck Dam
The primary purpose of William Franck Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by William F. Franck III (private). It impounds the Fall Creek.
The dam stands 20 feet tall, has a maximum storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles.
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Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Henry |
| River/Stream | Fall Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.64940, -79.74190 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | William F. Franck III |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | VA089014 |
| Federal ID | VA089014 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |