Taylor Dam dam
Taylor Dam
Taylor Dam, located in Franklin, Iowa, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. Completed in 1963, the earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet with a length of 285 feet, providing a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Cooper Creek in Fremont County, Iowa, the dam serves as a crucial resource for water conservation and management in the region.
The dam, regulated by the Iowa DNR, has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the structure has not been inspected or assessed recently. With a surface area of 4.1 acres and a drainage area of 0.19 square miles, Taylor Dam plays a significant role in maintaining water quality and supporting ecosystem health in the area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the vital role this dam plays in preserving the local environment and supporting agricultural activities in the region.
Although Taylor Dam has not undergone recent inspection or assessment, its strategic location and purpose make it a valuable asset for water management and conservation efforts in Iowa. With the potential for increased regulation and oversight in the future, it is essential for stakeholders and enthusiasts to stay informed and engaged in the preservation of this important water resource.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Taylor Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg | 1,550 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Nebraska City | 33,200 cfs | → |
| West Nishnabotna River At Randolph | 693 cfs | → |
| Weeping Water Creek At Union | 17 cfs | → |
| Little Nemaha River At Auburn | 102 cfs | → |
| Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo | 163 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Taylor Dam.
Boat launches
- Riverview Boat Ramp
- Peru Boat Ramp
- 165 Street Atchison County
- Wilson Creek
- Prairie Owl
- Plattsmouth Boat Ramp
Track Taylor Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Taylor Dam
Where does the data for Taylor Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Taylor Dam.