Tulley Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Tulley Lake, located in Jefferson, Arkansas, is a federally owned recreational area managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers.


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Summary

The dam at Tulley Lake, completed in 1943, is an earth dam with a height of 23 feet and a length of 700 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 270 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, offering visitors a surface area of 30 acres for activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Tulley Lake provides a safe and enjoyable environment for outdoor enthusiasts. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a valve outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 768 cubic feet per second. While the condition assessment is not available, inspections are conducted regularly to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The emergency action plan was last revised in 2007, indicating a proactive approach to risk management and emergency preparedness.

As a vital water resource in the area, Tulley Lake plays a significant role in providing recreational opportunities and supporting the local ecosystem. Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam at Tulley Lake serves as a multipurpose structure, offering both recreational benefits and flood control measures. With its scenic surroundings and diverse activities, Tulley Lake is a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to enjoy the beauty and functionality of this important water infrastructure.

Year Completed

1943

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

Tr Tulley Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

30

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

3

Nid Storage

270

Structural Height

23

Outlet Gates

Valve

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

23
       
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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.