Foster Pond

FLAG MARSH RUN· Sullivan, Pennsylvania· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Foster Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA)
Dam Length430 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDPA01616

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
Last Inspection: June 26, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

ROBERT J. & ALICE FOSTER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Foster Pond?

Foster Pond 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 Pond?

Foster Pond is owned by ROBERT J. & ALICE FOSTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Foster Pond?

Foster Pond 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 Pond?

Foster Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Pond last inspected?

Foster Pond was last inspected on June 26, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.