Clearview Lake Dam dam
Clearview Lake Dam
Clearview Lake Dam, located in Harrison, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1968 for the primary purpose of recreation. Standing at a height of 16 feet with a length of 1400 feet, this dam creates a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9.18 acres. The dam is situated on the TR-PAW PAW BAYOU, providing a serene and picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Despite being privately owned, Clearview Lake Dam is subject to state permitting and inspection. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. The dam's hazard potential is considered high, indicating a potential risk factor of 2 on a scale. Although the condition assessment is deemed "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness are not clearly defined in the available data, suggesting a need for further evaluation and development of safety protocols.
With its tranquil surroundings and recreational opportunities, Clearview Lake Dam offers a unique experience for visitors seeking to appreciate the intersection of water resources and climate in a natural setting. While the dam's risk assessment may prompt caution, the beauty and potential of the area make it a compelling destination for individuals interested in exploring the role of dams in water management and environmental conservation.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Clearview Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sabine Rv Nr Beckville | 315 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Carthage | 7,250 cfs | → |
| Cypress Bayou Near Keithville | 124 cfs | → |
| Big Cypress Ck Abv Sh 43 Nr Karnack | 178 cfs | → |
| Little Cypress Ck Nr Jefferson | 80 cfs | → |
| Black Cypress Bayou At Jefferson | 42 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Clearview Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 317a Panola County
- Boat Launch Road Harrison County
- Arthur Ray Teague Parkway Trail Bossier City
- East Dallas Street 100, Jefferson
- Lake Trail Bossier City
- Marion County
Campgrounds
- Caddo Lake State Park
- Earl Williamson Park
- Barksdale Afb Military
- Cypress Black Bayou Rec Area
- Buckhorn Creek - Lake Of The Pines
- Buckhorn Creek Campground
Fishing spots
Track Clearview Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Clearview Lake Dam
Where does the data for Clearview 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 Not Available 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 above 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Clearview Lake Dam.