Taylor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Taylor Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 56 ft (taller than 96.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00505 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALLYN TAYLOR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Taylor Lake Dam?
Taylor Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 ALLYN TAYLOR (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 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Taylor Lake Dam?
Taylor Lake Dam has a dam height of 56 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 December 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.