Foland

CHERRY CREEK DOUGHERTY CREEK· Owyhee, Idaho· Built 1916· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Foland is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 2.8% in ID)
Dam Length1,400 ft
Normal Storage135 acre-ft
Surface Area43 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1916 (110 years old)
NID IDID00087

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 4, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Foland?

Foland 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 Foland?

Foland is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Foland built?

Foland was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Foland?

Foland 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 Foland?

Foland has a dam height of 11 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 Foland last inspected?

Foland was last inspected on August 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.