Fred Young
Key Takeaway
Fred Young is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22231 |
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
YOUNG LIVING TRUST
Private
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Low Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fred Young?
Fred Young 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 Fred Young?
Fred Young is owned by YOUNG LIVING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fred Young built?
Fred Young was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Fred Young?
Fred Young serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fred Young?
Fred Young has a dam height of 30 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 Fred Young last inspected?
Fred Young was last inspected on August 30, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.