Bullard Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Bullard Lake Dam, located in Cleburne, Arkansas, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Completed in 1947, this earth dam stands at a height of 30.8 feet and has a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Wolf Bayou-TR, within the Memphis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite being state-regulated and inspected, Bullard Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The last inspection was conducted in November 2009, with no major modifications reported since its completion. The dam does not have a spillway and is not associated with any locks or outlet gates.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Bullard Lake Dam to be an interesting recreational structure in Arkansas, offering a serene location for outdoor activities. With its historical significance dating back to the mid-20th century, the dam provides a glimpse into the local water management efforts and the importance of maintaining such infrastructure for both recreational and safety purposes. Its low hazard potential and state regulation demonstrate a commitment to ensuring the safety and longevity of the dam for future generations to enjoy.

Year Completed

1947

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

30.8

River Or Stream

WOLF BAYOU-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.2

Hydraulic Height

29.3

Drainage Area

0.32

Nid Storage

175

Structural Height

30.8

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

31
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.