Fear (1891-1980) was a hydraulic engineer originally from New York. He started work with the United States Geological Survey in 1914 and worked with its Water Resources Division until his retirement in 1960. With the USGS Fear worked in the area of surface waters mainly in New York and New England, and some in Wyoming and Colorado. Following his retirement he worked as a private consultant.
From the description of Papers, 1911-1978 (bulk 1955-1978). (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 27722199