Taylor

TRIB LAPLATA RIVER· La Plata, Colorado· Built 1971· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Taylor is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO)
Dam Length675 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,000 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDCO01074

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 7, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Taylor?

Taylor 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?

Taylor is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Taylor built?

Taylor was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Taylor?

Taylor serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Taylor?

Taylor has a dam height of 15 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 Taylor last inspected?

Taylor was last inspected on September 7, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.