Fox Lake
Key Takeaway
Fox Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00051 |
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
FOX LAKE INVESTMENTS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fox Lake?
Fox Lake 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 Fox Lake?
Fox Lake is owned by FOX LAKE INVESTMENTS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fox Lake built?
Fox Lake was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Fox Lake?
Fox Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fox Lake?
Fox Lake has a dam height of 23 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 Fox Lake last inspected?
Fox Lake was last inspected on December 20, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.