Clear Water Lake Dam dam
Clear Water Lake Dam
Clear Water Lake Dam, located in Adona, Arkansas, is a private earth dam constructed in 1970 for the primary purpose of recreation. Standing at 24 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 20 feet, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 96 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 450 feet and is situated on Rockey Cypress Creek, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Clear Water Lake Dam serves as a vital structure for water conservation and recreational activities in Perry County, Arkansas. Although not regulated by the state and lacking in certain safety features such as spillways and outlet gates, the dam remains an important asset for the community. As a key point of interest within the Little Rock District, this dam exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in a picturesque setting.
Despite its lack of recent inspection dates and emergency preparedness assessments, Clear Water Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns. With its serene location and essential role in providing water storage and recreational opportunities, this dam symbolizes the delicate balance between human activity and environmental conservation. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, we must continue to monitor and support structures like Clear Water Lake Dam to ensure a resilient and sustainable future for our planet.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Clear Water Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fourche Lafave River Near Aplin | 67 cfs | → |
| Maumelle River At Williams Junction | 8 cfs | → |
| Alum Fork Saline River Near Reform | 37 cfs | → |
| West Fork Point Remove Creek Near Hattieville | 70 cfs | → |
| Lake Maumelle At State Hwy 10 Near Wye | 293 cfs | → |
| Petit Jean River At Danville | 104 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Clear Water Lake Dam.
Boat launches
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Fishing spots
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River runs
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About Clear Water Lake Dam
Where does the data for Clear Water Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card below for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.