Fuchs Reservoir Report
Nearby: Tucker Earl Fuchs Dorty
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Fuchs is a privately owned dam located in Sayre, Oklahoma, on the TR-Starvation Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1957, this Earth dam stands at 31 feet tall and spans 500 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 190 acre-feet. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, ensuring its safe operation and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, Fuchs poses a very high risk due to its condition assessment being labeled as "Not Rated." Emergency action plans are not currently in place, raising concerns about preparedness in the event of a potential breach or disaster. With an inspection frequency of 5 years, the last assessment was conducted in November 2010, highlighting the need for updated evaluations and risk management measures to mitigate any potential threats.
Located in Roger Mills County, Fuchs serves a primary purpose of 'Other,' with a controlled spillway and a single outlet valve. The dam's risk assessment rating of 'Very High (1)' underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and stability of this critical water resource infrastructure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fuchs presents an intriguing case study in dam management and the intersection of public safety and environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-STARVATION CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Fuchs