Fullerton Lake

SIX MILE CREEK· Vernon, Louisiana· Built 1907· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Fullerton Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 6.5% in LA)
Dam Length2,059 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage241 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge57 cfs
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)
NID IDLA00518

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: December 22, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fullerton Lake?

Fullerton Lake 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?

Fullerton Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fullerton Lake built?

Fullerton Lake was completed in 1907, making it 119 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?

Fullerton Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife 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?

Fullerton Lake has a dam height of 9 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 Fullerton Lake last inspected?

Fullerton Lake was last inspected on December 22, 2011. 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.