Foster Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOregon
CountyLinn
Nearest CitySWEETHOME
River/StreamSOUTH SANTIAM RIVER
Coordinates44.41561, -122.67016

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height126 ft
Dam Height125 ft
Dam Length4,800 ft
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage61,000 acre-ft
Max Storage61,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage56,000 acre-ft
Surface Area1,220 acres
Drainage Area494 sq mi
Max Discharge195,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Portland District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection06/10/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOR00012
Federal IDOR00012
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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