Betty Taylor Dam
Key Takeaway
Betty Taylor Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 151 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | LA00525 |
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
Linda Taylor
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Betty Taylor Dam?
Betty 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 Betty Taylor Dam?
Betty Taylor Dam is owned by Linda Taylor (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Betty Taylor Dam built?
Betty Taylor Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Betty Taylor Dam?
Betty Taylor Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Betty Taylor Dam?
Betty Taylor Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Betty Taylor Dam last inspected?
Betty Taylor Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.