American Fidelity
Key Takeaway
American Fidelity is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 0.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,730 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02422 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AMERICAN FIDELITY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of American Fidelity?
American Fidelity is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates American Fidelity?
American Fidelity is owned by AMERICAN FIDELITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was American Fidelity built?
American Fidelity was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of American Fidelity?
American Fidelity serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is American Fidelity?
American Fidelity has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was American Fidelity last inspected?
American Fidelity was last inspected on October 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.