Clarence City Old Lake
Key Takeaway
Clarence City Old Lake is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 321 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 475 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10609 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF CLARENCE,MO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clarence City Old Lake?
Clarence City Old Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Clarence City Old Lake?
Clarence City Old Lake is owned by CITY OF CLARENCE,MO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clarence City Old Lake built?
Clarence City Old Lake was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Clarence City Old Lake?
Clarence City Old Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clarence City Old Lake?
Clarence City Old Lake has a dam height of 30 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.