Lw Clarke Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lw Clarke Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 27% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 436 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00491 |
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
DARVIN CLARK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lw Clarke Lake Dam?
Lw 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 Lw Clarke Lake Dam?
Lw Clarke Lake Dam is owned by DARVIN CLARK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lw Clarke Lake Dam built?
Lw Clarke Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Lw Clarke Lake Dam?
Lw Clarke Lake Dam 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 Lw Clarke Lake Dam?
Lw Clarke Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lw Clarke Lake Dam last inspected?
Lw Clarke Lake Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.