Kulli Lake

HOLLY BRANCH· McCurtain, Oklahoma· Built 1947· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Kulli Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK)
Dam Length470 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,200 cfs
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
NID IDOK02081

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: June 17, 2003
State Regulated: No

Ownership

U.S. FOREST SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kulli Lake?

Kulli 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 Kulli Lake?

Kulli Lake is owned by U.S. FOREST SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kulli Lake built?

Kulli Lake was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Kulli Lake?

Kulli Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kulli Lake?

Kulli Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Kulli Lake last inspected?

Kulli Lake was last inspected on June 17, 2003. 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.