Taylor Lake Dam, located in Rankin County, Mississippi, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Humidity
The dam stands at a height of 17 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities within the city limits of Florence, offering a surface area of 6 acres for visitors to enjoy.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Taylor Lake Dam is classified as having a fair condition assessment as of its last inspection in June 2016. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 277.9 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for the dam is considered moderate, indicating a potential for hazard that requires ongoing monitoring and management measures to ensure public safety.
With its picturesque setting and recreational opportunities, Taylor Lake Dam provides a valuable water resource for the local community while also serving as an important structure for flood control and environmental conservation. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management will appreciate the careful regulation and maintenance efforts in place to safeguard the dam and its surrounding area.
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF UNT OF STEEN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
362cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
108cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
775cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
392cfs |