Taylor Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Taylor Lake Dam, also known as Arthur J.
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Summary
Taylor Lake Dam, is a privately-owned structure located in Parke, Indiana. Built in 1978, this earth dam stands at a height of 56 feet and has a hydraulic height of 52 feet, with a length of 400 feet. It serves the primary purpose of water storage, with a maximum capacity of 66 acre-feet and normal storage of 51 acre-feet.
Situated on an unnamed tributary of Raccoon Creek, Taylor Lake Dam is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam has a spillway type of 'Uncontrolled' with a spillway width of 30 feet, and a hazard potential rating of 'High'. Despite being assessed as in fair condition in 2008, the dam is inspected every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Taylor Lake Dam is crucial for managing water resources in the area and mitigating potential flood risks. Its presence underscores the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of dams to safeguard against any potential hazards and ensure the sustainable management of water resources in Indiana.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
56 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY RACCOON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
52 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
56 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
56 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Taylor Lake Dam