Foster

Harper, Oklahoma· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Foster is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 51.9% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
NID IDOK83853

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

CARL FOSTER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Foster?

Foster 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?

Foster is owned by CARL FOSTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Foster?

Foster has a dam height of 29 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.

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.