Foster Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Foster Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| NID ID | MS03791 |
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
BARBARA JO FOSTER
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 BARBARA JO FOSTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Foster Lake Dam?
Foster Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. 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 8 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.