Owen Taylor Lake dam
Owen Taylor Lake
Owen Taylor Lake, located in Fleming County, Kentucky, is a picturesque Earth dam reservoir completed in 1952 for recreational purposes. With a dam height of 26 feet and a length of 360 feet, the lake has a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres. Situated on the TRIB-FLEMING CREEK, this privately owned lake offers a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor adventure in the tranquil surroundings of Dalesburg.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Owen Taylor Lake has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Although the dam is not currently rated for its condition, it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and integrity. Additionally, the lake operates with an uncontrolled spillway, adding to its natural beauty and recreational appeal. Despite its small size, Owen Taylor Lake serves as a valuable resource for the local community and visitors alike, providing a tranquil setting for fishing, boating, and enjoying the great outdoors.
As a privately owned recreational lake, Owen Taylor Lake offers a unique opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to experience nature in a serene and unspoiled setting. Surrounded by the rolling hills of Fleming County, this idyllic Earth dam reservoir provides a peaceful retreat for outdoor activities and water-based recreation. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the lake is a safe and inviting destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with the beauty of the natural world.
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 Owen Taylor Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Lick Cr At State Hwy 158 Nr Sharkey | 1 cfs | → |
| Licking River At Blue Lick Springs | 155 cfs | → |
| North Fork Triplett Creek Near Morehead | 23 cfs | → |
| North Fork Licking River Near Mt Olivet | 28 cfs | → |
| Hinkston Creek Near Carlisle | 3 cfs | → |
| Ohio Brush Creek Near West Union Oh | 79 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Owen Taylor Lake.
Boat launches
- Clay Wma Rd ( Lower Unit ) Nicholas County
- Aberdeen Village Ramp
- Eagle Creek Marina
- 4 H Street Nicholas County
- Twin Knobs Rowan County
- Alfrey Boat Ramp Road Rowan County
Campgrounds
- White Sulphur Horse Camp
- Boat Gunnel Group Campground
- Twin Knobs Rec Area
- Twin Knobs Recreation Area
- Twin Knobs West Group Use Area
- Zilpo Recreation Area
Track Owen Taylor Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Owen Taylor Lake
Where does the data for Owen Taylor Lake 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 Owen Taylor Lake.