Wylie Felix
Key Takeaway
Wylie Felix is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 626 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 640 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 394 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13290 |
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
WALTER L & M LESLIE PRENTICE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wylie Felix?
Wylie Felix 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 Wylie Felix?
Wylie Felix is owned by WALTER L & M LESLIE PRENTICE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wylie Felix built?
Wylie Felix was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Wylie Felix?
Wylie Felix 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 Wylie Felix?
Wylie Felix has a dam height of 24 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 Wylie Felix last inspected?
Wylie Felix was last inspected on November 2, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.