Taylor Lake Dam Lower Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Taylor Lake Dam Lower, located in Fayette, Missouri, serves primarily for irrigation purposes and water supply management.


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Summary

Built in 1955, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 241 acre-feet. It spans across the TR-Bonne Femme Creek and covers a surface area of 18 acres, with a drainage area of 700 acres.

With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of 'Not Rated', Taylor Lake Dam Lower is maintained by private owners and is not regulated by the state. While it has not been inspected in recent years, the dam continues to fulfill its intended functions effectively. The dam's location within Howard County, Missouri, makes it a crucial structure for managing water resources in the region.

Despite its relatively modest size, Taylor Lake Dam Lower plays a significant role in the local water management system. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like these are essential for ensuring reliable water supply for irrigation and other purposes. Enthusiasts of water resource management and climate resilience will find Taylor Lake Dam Lower an intriguing example of sustainable infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-BONNE FEMME CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18

Drainage Area

700

Nid Storage

241

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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. 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

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, 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.