Clark State Fishing Lake
Key Takeaway
Clark State Fishing Lake is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 75 ft (taller than 99.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 337 acres |
| Drainage Area | 143 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 26,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00867 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clark State Fishing Lake?
Clark State Fishing Lake 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 State Fishing Lake?
Clark State Fishing Lake is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clark State Fishing Lake built?
Clark State Fishing Lake was completed in 1934, making it 92 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Clark State Fishing Lake?
Clark State Fishing Lake has a dam height of 75 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 State Fishing Lake last inspected?
Clark State Fishing Lake was last inspected on March 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.