John Clark is a private Earth dam located in Mercer, Missouri, along the Muddy Creek.
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Completed in 1995, this dam stands at 28 feet high with a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 23 feet. With a primary purpose of grade stabilization, John Clark has a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and a drainage area of 12.8 square miles, providing essential water resource management for the surrounding area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, John Clark has not been rated for its condition assessment. With no outlet gates and an uncontrolled spillway, this dam serves as a vital structure for flood control and water storage in the region. As a significant asset in the local water infrastructure, John Clark plays a crucial role in maintaining water resources and adapting to climate challenges in the area.
Managed by a private owner, John Clark is not regulated or inspected by state agencies, highlighting the importance of private stewardship in water resource management. With a capacity to hold 22 acre-feet of water and a surface area of 2 acres, this Earth dam continues to serve its primary purpose of grade stabilization along the Muddy Creek, contributing to the overall resilience of the community in Mercer, Missouri, against changing weather patterns and climate impacts.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
307 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
12.8 |
Nid Storage |
22 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |