Clark Station Evaporation Pond A Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Las Vegas, Nevada, the Clark Station Evaporation Pond A Dam is a crucial water resource structure managed by the Nevada Division of Water Resources.


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Summary

Built in 1982, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 52 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for evaporation control and it is designed with a rockfill core and soil foundation.

With a surface area of 3.5 acres and situated on Duck Creek-OS, this dam plays a key role in managing water resources in the region. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by Nevada DWR to ensure its fair condition and mitigate any potential risks. The structure has no spillway and features outlet gates for water discharge.

While the Clark Station Evaporation Pond A Dam may not be as well-known as other dams in the area, its importance in water resource management cannot be understated. As climate change continues to impact water availability, structures like these will play a crucial role in ensuring water security for the community and the environment.

Year Completed

1982

Dam Length

2000

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

DUCK CREEK-OS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.5

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

71

Structural Height

17

Outlet Gates

None - 0

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

17
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.