R. Clark No.3
Key Takeaway
R. Clark No.3 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 1.9% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 3,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00346 |
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
R. CLARK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of R. Clark No.3?
R. Clark No.3 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 R. Clark No.3?
R. Clark No.3 is owned by R. CLARK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was R. Clark No.3 built?
R. Clark No.3 was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 R. Clark No.3?
R. Clark No.3 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 R. Clark No.3?
R. Clark No.3 has a dam height of 11 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.