Clarke Lake Dam
Clarke Lake Dam is an earth dam located in Bosque County, Texas, built in 1977. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Clarke Lake Dam
The primary purpose of Clarke Lake Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Wendell Clarke;wm Clarke (private). It impounds the North Fork Hill Creek.
The dam stands 19 feet tall and stretches 920 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 17 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 210 acre-feet. Completed in 1977, the structure is 49 years old.
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.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Bosque |
| River/Stream | North Fork Hill Creek |
| Coordinates | 32.14030, -97.74359 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | WENDELL CLARKE;WM CLARKE |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | TX04976 |
| Federal ID | TX04976 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |