Clarence Cannon Dam, also known as Mark Twain Lake, is a concrete dam located on the Salt River in Ralls, Missouri.
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Completed in 1983 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam stands at a height of 138 feet and has a structural height of 188 feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also serves various other functions such as fish and wildlife pond, hydroelectric power generation, navigation, recreation, and water supply.
The dam boasts a storage capacity of 1,862,000 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5,900 acres. It is equipped with a controlled spillway, wide spillway width of 230 feet, and four Tainter (radial) outlet gates. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and monitored for any potential risks. The US Army Corps of Engineers actively manages dam-related flood risks by implementing risk management measures, conducting regular maintenance and repairs, and updating the emergency action plan to ensure the safety of the surrounding communities.
Overall, Clarence Cannon Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water resource management in the region, showcasing a commitment to safeguarding the environment and public safety through proactive risk management and emergency preparedness efforts.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
1940 |
Dam Height |
138 |
River Or Stream |
SALT RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
5900 |
Hydraulic Height |
133 |
Drainage Area |
2318 |
Nid Storage |
1862000 |
Structural Height |
188 |
Outlet Gates |
Tainter (radial) - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
188 |
Salt River Near Center
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57cfs |
Lick Creek At Perry
|
2cfs |
Salt River Near New London
|
106cfs |
Long Branch Near Santa Fe
|
8cfs |
Spencer Cr. Bl Plum Cr. Nr Frankford
|
24cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Frank Russell
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Ray Behrens
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Mark Twain State Park
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