Foster Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Foster Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 282 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 98 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02609 |
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
DOERR, ROBERT AND NATALIE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Foster Lake Dam?
Foster Lake Dam 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?
Foster Lake Dam is owned by DOERR, ROBERT AND NATALIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foster Lake Dam built?
Foster Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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?
Foster Lake Dam 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?
Foster Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.