Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam dam
Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam
Located in the picturesque city of Davisboro Environs, Georgia, the Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1975 for recreation purposes. This 22-foot high dam has a length of 920 feet and a storage capacity of 538 acre-feet, providing ample space for water-based activities in the area. The dam is classified as low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition, but it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and stability.
Managed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), the Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam stands as a reliable source of water storage for the surrounding community, with a normal storage capacity of 248 acre-feet. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway of the dam ensures proper water discharge during heavy rainfall events, safeguarding against potential flooding risks. With its moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam is actively monitored to mitigate any potential hazards and ensure the safety of nearby residents and visitors.
While the Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam is not regulated by the state of Georgia, it falls under state jurisdiction and undergoes regular inspections to assess its structural integrity. As a popular spot for recreational activities, the dam provides a serene environment for fishing, boating, and other water-based pastimes. With its strategic location and functional design, the Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam continues to be a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro | 31 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek At Ga 272 | 22 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Oconee | 552 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River At Midville | 250 cfs | → |
| Oconee River At Avant Mine | 401 cfs | → |
| Oconee River At Dublin | 674 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam.
Track Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam
Where does the data for Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam.