Charles Taylor Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Taylor Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03475 |
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
CHARLES TAYLOR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Taylor Dam?
Charles 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 Charles Taylor Dam?
Charles Taylor Dam is owned by CHARLES TAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Taylor Dam built?
Charles Taylor Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Charles Taylor Dam?
Charles Taylor Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Charles Taylor Dam?
Charles Taylor Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Charles Taylor Dam last inspected?
Charles Taylor Dam was last inspected on May 28, 1969. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.