Taylor #7
Key Takeaway
Taylor #7 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 261 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK83736 |
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
MRS. O.M. TAYLOR
Private
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Taylor #7?
Taylor #7 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 Taylor #7?
Taylor #7 is owned by MRS. O.M. TAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taylor #7 built?
Taylor #7 was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Taylor #7?
Taylor #7 has a dam height of 24 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.