Foster Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Foster Farms Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,250 ft |
| Max Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07461 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LARRY FOSTER;RONNIE FOSTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Foster Farms Dam?
Foster Farms Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Foster Farms Dam?
Foster Farms Dam is owned by LARRY FOSTER;RONNIE FOSTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foster Farms Dam built?
Foster Farms Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Foster Farms Dam?
Foster Farms Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Foster Farms Dam last inspected?
Foster Farms Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.