Taylor Lake Dam-South Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Taylor Lake Dam-South, located in Mount Moriah, Missouri, is a privately owned structure primarily designed for flood risk reduction along TR-Panther Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. While the dam is classified as low hazard potential, its condition assessment remains unrated, indicating a need for further evaluation and monitoring.
The dam serves multiple purposes including debris control, flood risk reduction, and recreation, with a normal storage capacity of 33 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam lacks a current inspection date and emergency action plan, raising concerns about its overall safety and preparedness in the event of a catastrophic event. Additionally, the dam's spillway type, outlet gates, and inspection frequency remain unspecified, highlighting areas for improvement in the dam's maintenance and monitoring procedures.
As a vital infrastructure for flood risk management in the region, Taylor Lake Dam-South plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding areas from potential inundation. With its strategic location and purposeful design, the dam stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to mitigate the impacts of water resource and climate challenges in Harrison County, Missouri. Further assessments and risk management measures are essential to ensure the long-term safety and effectiveness of this critical infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PANTHER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
70 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
East Fork Big Creek Near Bethany
|
4cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
143cfs |
Thompson River At Davis City
|
22cfs |
Grand River Near Gallatin
|
76cfs |
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
20cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
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.
Taylor Lake Dam-South