Taylor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Taylor Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03125 |
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
RAYMOND TAYLOR
Private
Nearby Dams
Mccowan Lake Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 26 ftLambshead Tank Dam
Throckmorton, TX
Significant Hazard 20 ftPico Lake Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 15 ftNail Lake No 1 Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 22 ftNail Lake No 2 Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 23 ftGreen Reservoir No 1 Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 24 ftLake Woodson Dam
Throckmorton, TX
High Hazard 23 ftStevens Water Lake Dam
Stephens, TX
Low Hazard 9 ftFrequently Asked Questions
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 RAYMOND 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 1967, making it 59 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: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. 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 29 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.