Culberson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Culberson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,848 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,683 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01239 |
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
JAMES CULBERSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Culberson Lake Dam?
Culberson 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 Culberson Lake Dam?
Culberson Lake Dam is owned by JAMES CULBERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Culberson Lake Dam built?
Culberson Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Culberson Lake Dam?
Culberson 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 Culberson Lake Dam?
Culberson Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Culberson Lake Dam last inspected?
Culberson Lake Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.