Tulley Lake
Key Takeaway
Tulley Lake is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 37.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 768 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | AR00805 |
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
Pine Bluff Arsenal
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tulley Lake?
Tulley 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 Tulley Lake?
Tulley Lake is owned by Pine Bluff Arsenal (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tulley Lake built?
Tulley Lake was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Tulley Lake?
Tulley 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 Tulley Lake?
Tulley Lake has a dam height of 23 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 Tulley Lake last inspected?
Tulley Lake was last inspected on July 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.