Clark Northwest Dam in Collin, Texas is a private dam regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for its state-permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
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Standing at a height of 20.6 meters, this earth dam with a buttress core type serves a primary purpose other than water storage. With a normal storage capacity of 166 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 414 acre-feet, this dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet.
Despite its fair condition assessment in 2016, Clark Northwest Dam poses a moderate risk with a hazard potential that is not available. The last inspection in 2015 revealed that the dam meets guidelines and has emergency action plans in place, although details on their preparation and revision are not specified. The risk management measures and inundation maps for the dam are also not provided, leaving some aspects of its safety and emergency response readiness uncertain.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts intrigued by the engineering and management of dams will find Clark Northwest Dam an interesting case study due to its unique design and regulatory oversight. The moderate risk assessment and fair condition raise questions about the safety and maintenance practices in place, making it a subject for further investigation on the resilience of dams in Texas and their potential impact on water resources and climate adaptation efforts.
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
20.6 |
River Or Stream |
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Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20.6 |
Nid Storage |
414 |
Structural Height |
20.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |