Taylors Big Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Taylors Big Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01190 |
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
PANSY TAYLOR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Taylors Big Lake Dam?
Taylors Big 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 Taylors Big Lake Dam?
Taylors Big Lake Dam is owned by PANSY TAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taylors Big Lake Dam built?
Taylors Big Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Taylors Big Lake Dam?
Taylors Big Lake Dam 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 Taylors Big Lake Dam?
Taylors Big Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Taylors Big Lake Dam last inspected?
Taylors Big Lake Dam was last inspected on January 28, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.