Foster Lake Dam & Dike
Key Takeaway
Foster Lake Dam & Dike is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 63.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 148 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00436 |
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
ALFRED UNIVERSITY
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Foster Lake Dam & Dike?
Foster Lake Dam & Dike 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 Foster Lake Dam & Dike?
Foster Lake Dam & Dike is owned by ALFRED UNIVERSITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foster Lake Dam & Dike built?
Foster Lake Dam & Dike was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Foster Lake Dam & Dike?
Foster Lake Dam & Dike serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Foster Lake Dam & Dike?
Foster Lake Dam & Dike has a dam height of 22 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 Lake Dam & Dike last inspected?
Foster Lake Dam & Dike was last inspected on May 15, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.