Taylor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Taylor Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 581 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04041 |
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
Taylor, David S.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Taylor Lake Dam?
Taylor Lake 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 Taylor Lake Dam?
Taylor Lake Dam is owned by Taylor, David S. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taylor Lake Dam built?
Taylor Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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?
Taylor Lake 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 Taylor Lake Dam?
Taylor Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 last inspected?
Taylor Lake Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.