Taylor Lake Dam East
Key Takeaway
Taylor Lake Dam East is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 233 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04040 |
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
Xl Ranch Lp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Taylor Lake Dam East?
Taylor Lake Dam East 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 Lake Dam East?
Taylor Lake Dam East is owned by Xl Ranch Lp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taylor Lake Dam East built?
Taylor Lake Dam East was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Lake Dam East?
Taylor Lake Dam East 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 Taylor Lake Dam East?
Taylor Lake Dam East has a dam height of 16 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 Lake Dam East last inspected?
Taylor Lake Dam East was last inspected on April 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.