Fullerton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fullerton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 3.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00964 |
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
SAM B. FULLERTON JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fullerton Lake Dam?
Fullerton 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 Fullerton Lake Dam?
Fullerton Lake Dam is owned by SAM B. FULLERTON JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fullerton Lake Dam built?
Fullerton Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Fullerton Lake Dam?
Fullerton Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fullerton Lake Dam?
Fullerton Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.