Clark Reservoir Dam
Clark Reservoir Dam is an earth dam located in Brazoria County, Texas, built in 1941. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Clark Reservoir Dam
The primary purpose of Clark Reservoir Dam is irrigation. The dam stores and diverts water for agricultural irrigation, supporting farming operations in the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Victor Clark (private). It impounds the Off Ch-flores Bayou.
The dam stands 11 feet tall and stretches 3,800 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 168 acre-feet. Completed in 1941, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 02/13/1984. That was over 42 years ago.
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Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Brazoria |
| River/Stream | Off Ch-flores Bayou |
| Coordinates | 29.20925, -95.36126 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,800 ft |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Owner | VICTOR CLARK |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 02/13/1984 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | TX01741 |
| Federal ID | TX01741 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |