Taylor, Upper
Key Takeaway
Taylor, Upper is classified as high hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 43 ft (taller than 95.6% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 372 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 296 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01137 |
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
STATE OF MONTANA, D.O.C.
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Taylor, Upper?
Taylor, Upper 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, Upper?
Taylor, Upper is owned by STATE OF MONTANA, D.O.C. (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taylor, Upper built?
Taylor, Upper was completed in 1951, making it 75 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, Upper?
Taylor, Upper 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, Upper?
Taylor, Upper has a dam height of 43 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, Upper last inspected?
Taylor, Upper was last inspected on June 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.