Taylor Lake Dam dam
Taylor Lake Dam
Taylor Lake Dam, located in Oregon, Missouri, is a privately owned Earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Built in 1951, this dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 139 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 87 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR to Whites Creek and covers a surface area of 13 acres within an 80-acre drainage area.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Taylor Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. With no associated structures or outlet gates, the dam serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. Although it lacks certain safety measures such as an Emergency Action Plan and regular inspections, the dam still provides a picturesque setting for outdoor activities in the Riverton area.
Overall, Taylor Lake Dam offers a serene environment for visitors to relax and appreciate the interconnectedness of water resources and climate. Its historical significance as a recreational site, coupled with its low hazard potential, makes it a must-visit destination for those interested in dams and their impact on the surrounding ecosystem. While improvements in safety measures may be needed, the dam remains a popular spot for nature enthusiasts seeking to explore the beauty of Missouri's waterways.
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 Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Eleven Point River Near Bardley | 473 cfs | → |
| Current River At Van Buren | 1,180 cfs | → |
| Current River At Doniphan | 1,850 cfs | → |
| Mammoth Spring At Mammoth Spring | 239 cfs | → |
| Jacks Fork At Eminence | 239 cfs | → |
| Elevenpoint River Near Ravenden Springs | 585 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Taylor Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Whitten River Access
- Turner Mill South River Access
- Turner Mill North River Access
- Us 160 33188, Oregon County
- Riverton East River Access
- Riverton West River Access
Campgrounds
- Whites Creek Float Camp
- Barn Hollow Float Camp
- Horseshoe Bend Float Camp
- Stinking Pond Float Camp
- Greenbriar Float Camp
- Boze Mill Float Camp
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- The Most Upstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To The Most Downstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways
- Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch) To Confluence With Current River (Does Not Include River Segment In Gap Between Parkland Units)
- Markam Spring Recreation Area To Nf Boundary
- Western Edge Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch)
Track Taylor Lake 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 Lake Dam
Where does the data for Taylor Lake 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 Lake Dam.