Clarke Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stufflbeme Dam Russell Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Located in Bosque, Texas, Clarke Lake Dam stands as a vital structure for water supply in the region.
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Summary
Constructed in 1977, this earth dam with a buttress core type reaches a height of 19 feet and stretches for 920 feet, providing a storage capacity of 210 acre-feet. Serving as a crucial resource for the local community, Clarke Lake Dam plays a significant role in water management and distribution.
Situated on the North Fork Hill Creek, Clarke Lake Dam is under private ownership and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas. While it is not regulated by state agencies, the dam is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. Despite not having a spillway, the dam serves its purpose effectively, storing water for various uses in the area. With a high hazard potential rating and a risk assessment of 2, Clarke Lake Dam underscores the importance of proper risk management and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community it serves.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its high-risk potential highlights the need for regular monitoring and potential risk mitigation measures. With a history dating back to the late 1970s, Clarke Lake Dam remains a crucial component of the local water supply infrastructure, emphasizing the significance of water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. As a focal point for water enthusiasts and climate advocates, understanding the role and condition of Clarke Lake Dam is essential for ensuring sustainable water resource utilization in the region.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
920 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK HILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
210 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Paluxy Rv At Glen Rose
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8cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Glen Rose
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35cfs |
Brazos Rv Ds Lk Granbury Nr Granbury
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15cfs |
Nolan Rv At Blum
|
7cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
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5cfs |
N Bosque Rv Nr Clifton
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18cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Clarke Lake Dam
Squaw Ck Res Nr Glen Rose