Clark

RED CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1960· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Clark is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 55% in WY)
Dam Length228 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage98 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDWY00931

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: July 23, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

NUT TREE FAMILY BYPASS TRUST & NUT TREE FAMILY TRUST

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 NUT TREE FAMILY BYPASS TRUST & NUT TREE FAMILY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clark built?

Clark was completed in 1960, making it 66 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: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. 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 28 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 July 23, 2019. 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.