Taylors Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Taylors Lake Dam in Mississippi, completed in 1948, serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet, is primarily used for recreation purposes. It is an earth dam with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway type. The dam is owned privately and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Located in Winston County, Mississippi, Taylors Lake Dam offers a serene environment for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. Despite being undetermined in terms of hazard potential and not rated in condition assessment, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam provides a vital water source for the surrounding area and contributes to the local ecosystem.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Taylors Lake Dam to be a fascinating blend of natural beauty and man-made infrastructure. With its historical significance and recreational value, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in maintaining a healthy environment for both humans and wildlife.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
146cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Taylors Lake Dam