W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam
Florida, Lee County, CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER (C-43)
Location
| State | Florida |
| County | Lee |
| River | CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER (C-43) |
| Coordinates | 26.72230, -81.69307 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| NID Storage | 32,266 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 32,266 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 800 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 9, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1965 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | - |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Jacksonville District |
| Other Name | W.P. Franklin Lock & Dam |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.