Lake Clark Dam, located in Ellis, Texas, serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along the Little Mustang Creek.
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Built in 1940, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and stretches for 2760 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 3724 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, but it also provides recreational opportunities for the local community.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Lake Clark Dam has undergone modifications in 1980 and 2010 to enhance its structural integrity. With an uncontrolled spillway width of 878 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 11,923 cubic feet per second, the dam is well-equipped to handle high water levels during flood events. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam's condition remains unrated, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in protecting the surrounding area from flooding.
Years Modified |
1980 - Structural, 2010 - Other |
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
2760 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE MUSTANG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
204 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
2.8 |
Nid Storage |
3724 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
Waxahachie Ck Nr Bardwell
|
1cfs |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
|
15cfs |
Waxahachie Ck At Waxahachie
|
8cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
|
12cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1750cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
2000cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Waxahachie - Bardwell Lake
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Highview - Bardwell Lake
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Mott - Bardwell Lake
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