Kulp Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kulp Lake, located in Scott County, Arkansas, is a privately owned reservoir primarily used for hydroelectric power generation.


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Summary

Built in 1988, the earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans a length of 530 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. The lake covers a surface area of 7 acres and has a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated.

The dam is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. While the primary purpose of Kulp Lake is hydroelectric power generation, it also serves for irrigation and other purposes. The reservoir is situated along the Fourche LaFave-TR river and falls under the jurisdiction of the Little Rock District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite its relatively small size, Kulp Lake plays a significant role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Enthusiasts interested in the intersection of water resources and climate change will find Kulp Lake a fascinating case study of a privately owned reservoir contributing to sustainable energy production and water supply in Arkansas.

Year Completed

1988

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

FOURCHE LAFAVE-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

66

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

30
       
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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.