Taylor dam
Taylor
Taylor is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Floyd, Georgia, specifically in Lumber City along the Tr- Alligator Creek. Constructed in 1951 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this Earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans 870 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 290 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Taylor is to support fish and wildlife populations, as well as provide recreational opportunities for visitors.
With a significant hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Taylor's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Available." Despite the lack of detailed information on its condition, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, with a drainage area of 2.5 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 200 cubic feet per second. The spillway, measuring 45 feet in width, is uncontrolled, adding to the complexity of managing water levels during high flow events.
While specific details on inspections, emergency action plans, and risk management measures are not readily available, Taylor holds promise as a vital water resource structure that contributes to the conservation and protection of local ecosystems. Its location in a congressional district in Georgia highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in the region, especially in the context of changing climate patterns and increasing water scarcity concerns. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, Taylor presents a unique opportunity to study the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems for the benefit of both.
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 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Coosa River Near Rome | 1,280 cfs | → |
| Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop | 685 cfs | → |
| Cedar Creek Near Cedartown | 90 cfs | → |
| Oostanaula River Near Rome | 741 cfs | → |
| Heath Creek Near Armuchee | 3 cfs | → |
| Cedar Creek At Ga Ave At Cedartown | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Taylor.
Boat launches
- Heritage Trail Rome
- East Rome Bypass, Rome
- Floyd County
- Cherokee County 556, Centre
- Us 411;Ga 20 Bartow County
- Highway 68, Cedar Bluff
Campgrounds
- Coosa River County Park
- Trailcampground Silver Comet
- James H. Floyd State Park Campground
- James H Sloppy Floyd State Park
- Beautiful Rock Campgound
- Chief Ladiga Trail Campground
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Al 35 Bridge To Ends One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge
- Begins One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge To Lake Weiss
- Confluence With East And West Branches To Al 37 Bridge
- River Miles 8 Near Ga Sate Line To Confluence With Little River
- Desoto Falls In Desoto State Park To Confluence With Little River
Track Taylor in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Taylor
Where does the data for Taylor 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 Significant 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.