Bayless Taylor Dam
Key Takeaway
Bayless Taylor Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 333 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 288 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31091 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BAYLESS TAYLOR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bayless Taylor Dam?
Bayless Taylor Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bayless Taylor Dam?
Bayless Taylor Dam is owned by BAYLESS TAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayless Taylor Dam built?
Bayless Taylor Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bayless Taylor Dam?
Bayless Taylor Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bayless Taylor Dam?
Bayless Taylor Dam has a dam height of 21 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bayless Taylor Dam last inspected?
Bayless Taylor Dam was last inspected on May 17, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.