Taylor Park Reservoir At Taylor Park Reservoir Report

Nearby: Spring Creek

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Taylor Park Reservoir is a popular recreational site located in Taylor Park, Colorado.


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Summary

It was created in 1937 with the construction of the Taylor Park Dam on the Taylor River. The reservoir has a capacity of 106,230 acre-feet and serves as a source of water for hydroelectric power generation and irrigation for the surrounding agricultural lands. The area receives an average of 250 inches of snowfall annually, which is a vital source of water for the reservoir. The snowmelt from the surrounding mountain ranges feeds the Taylor River, which flows into the reservoir. The reservoir is a popular fishing spot, with rainbow, brown, and lake trout being the most common species. Additionally, the reservoir offers various recreational activities such as camping, hiking, boating, and hunting.

Reservoir Details

Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Navd 1988, Ft 24hr Change 0.0%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 9,301.51 ft
2022-03-27
Maximum 9,331.48 ft
2021-03-01
Average 9,309 ft
Dam_Height 161
Hydraulic_Height 158
Drainage_Area 254
Year_Completed 1937
Nid_Storage 118801
Structural_Height 206
River_Or_Stream TAYLOR RIVER
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 2159
Hazard_Potential High
Outlet_Gates Needle, Uncontrolled
Dam_Length 675
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Nid_Height 206
       
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Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Navd 1988, Ft Levels

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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.