Clowser Dam dam
Clowser Dam
Located in Clarke, Virginia, Clowser Dam is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Standing at a height of 13.25 feet and with a storage capacity of 156.46 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. While its primary purpose is not specified in the data, the dam's normal storage capacity of 28.78 acre-feet indicates its importance in maintaining water supply and regulating flow.
Despite being categorized as having an "Undetermined" hazard potential and a "Not Rated" condition assessment, Clowser Dam undergoes regular inspections and is subject to state enforcement and permitting. This suggests a proactive approach to ensuring the safety and functionality of the structure. With a latitude of 39.1555 and longitude of -78.0683, the dam's strategic location further highlights its significance in the water management infrastructure of the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Clowser Dam serves as a unique point of interest due to its structural characteristics and regulatory framework.
As part of the Baltimore District, Clowser Dam is a key component of the water management system in Clarke, Virginia. While the specific year of completion and primary purpose are not provided, the dam's impressive dimensions and storage capacity underscore its importance in the region's water resource management. With ongoing inspections and state regulation in place, Clowser Dam stands as a testament to the efforts to ensure the safety and functionality of critical water infrastructure in the area. For enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate resilience, this privately owned dam offers a fascinating case study in dam management and regulatory oversight.
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 Clowser Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Opequon Creek Near Berryville | 15 cfs | → |
| Dry Marsh Run Near Berryville | 4 cfs | → |
| Spout Run At Rt 621 Near Millwood | 10 cfs | → |
| Hogue Creek Near Hayfield | 2 cfs | → |
| Cedar Creek Near Winchester | 19 cfs | → |
| Passage Creek Near Buckton | 13 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Clowser Dam.
Boat launches
- Harry Byrd Highway Clarke County
- River Haven Drive Jefferson County
- Shannondale Springs Road 199, Jefferson County
- Country Club Road Warren County
- Bloomery Road 742, Jefferson County
- Luray Avenue Front Royal
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Potomac River Reservoir
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal
- White Sulphur Pond
- Batzell Boat Launch
- Moody Boat Launch
- Bealers Ferry Boat Launch
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Adjacent To Fdt 573 To State Route 622 Bridge
- State Route 675 At Edinburg, Va To State Highway 55 Southeast Of Strasburg, Va
- Capon Bridge To Ends Just South Of Largent
- Segment C--Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Shenandoah River
- Segment B--State Route 730 Bridge To Nf Boundary
- Bixler Bridge On State Route 675 To Karo Landing, Approximately 6 Miles South Of Town Of Front Royal
Track Clowser Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Clowser Dam
Where does the data for Clowser 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 Undetermined 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 Clowser Dam.