Fuchs Dorty
Key Takeaway
Fuchs Dorty is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21979 |
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
YC & DONNALETA FUCHS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fuchs Dorty?
Fuchs Dorty 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 Fuchs Dorty?
Fuchs Dorty is owned by YC & DONNALETA FUCHS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fuchs Dorty built?
Fuchs Dorty was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Fuchs Dorty?
Fuchs Dorty serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fuchs Dorty?
Fuchs Dorty has a dam height of 20 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 Fuchs Dorty last inspected?
Fuchs Dorty was last inspected on November 30, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.