Clearwater Dam
BLACK·
Wayne, Missouri·
Built 1942·
Earth·
154 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 154 ft (taller than 99.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 4,225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 413.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,630 acres |
| Drainage Area | 898 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 310,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30203 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 24, 2023
State Regulated: No
Ownership
USACE - Little Rock District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clearwater Dam?
Clearwater Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Clearwater Dam?
Clearwater Dam is owned by USACE - Little Rock District (Federal Government).
When was Clearwater Dam last inspected?
Clearwater Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2023.
When was Clearwater Dam built?
Clearwater Dam was completed in 1942, making it 84 years old.
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.