Hulsey Lake Dam

HULSEY CREEK· Apache, Arizona· Built 1950· Earth· 30 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Hulsey Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	30 ft (taller than 51.1% in AZ)
Dam Length	201 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	39 acre-ft
Normal Storage	39 acre-ft

Surface Area	0 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
Max Discharge	810 cfs
Year Completed	1950 (76 years old)
NID ID	AZ10159

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: November 9, 2016

State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hulsey Lake Dam?

Hulsey Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hulsey Lake Dam?

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

When was Hulsey Lake Dam built?

Hulsey Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Hulsey Lake Dam?

Hulsey Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hulsey Lake Dam?

Hulsey Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Hulsey Lake Dam last inspected?

Hulsey Lake Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2016. 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.