Clarke Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Clarke Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04976 |
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
WENDELL CLARKE;WM CLARKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clarke Lake Dam?
Clarke Lake 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 Clarke Lake Dam?
Clarke Lake Dam is owned by WENDELL CLARKE;WM CLARKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clarke Lake Dam built?
Clarke Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Clarke Lake Dam?
Clarke Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clarke Lake Dam?
Clarke Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.