Clark

WARNER BROOK· McKean, Pennsylvania· Built 1966· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clark is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDPA01671

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 21, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

ALBERT CLARK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clark?

Clark 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?

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

When was Clark built?

Clark was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Clark?

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

How tall is Clark?

Clark has a dam height of 16 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 last inspected?

Clark was last inspected on June 21, 2018. 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.