Fitzgerald
Key Takeaway
Fitzgerald is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 28.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00636 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DUANE ODEGARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fitzgerald?
Fitzgerald is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fitzgerald?
Fitzgerald is owned by DUANE ODEGARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fitzgerald built?
Fitzgerald was completed in 1944, making it 82 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Fitzgerald?
Fitzgerald has a dam height of 22 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 Fitzgerald last inspected?
Fitzgerald was last inspected on July 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.