Clark Dam

LITTLE SOLDIER CREEK-TR· Jackson, Kansas· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Clark Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage182 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,685 cfs
NID IDKS09186

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 10, 1996
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CLARK, HOMER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clark Dam?

Clark Dam 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 Clark Dam?

Clark Dam is owned by CLARK, HOMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Clark Dam?

Clark Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Clark Dam?

Clark Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Clark Dam last inspected?

Clark Dam was last inspected on June 10, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.