Taylor Dam, located in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, is a local government-owned structure on the TR-Arkansas River with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 50 feet and spans 500 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 450 acre-feet and a normal storage of 28 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a width of 1 foot and a maximum discharge of 300 cubic feet per second.
Although Taylor Dam has a low hazard potential, it is rated as having very high risk due to its condition assessment being not rated. The dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in December 2010. With one valve outlet gate, the dam is not currently rated for emergency action preparedness, inundation maps, or adherence to guidelines. Despite these challenges, Taylor Dam remains a key recreational resource in the Tulsa District, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its scenic location on the Arkansas River.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ARKANSAS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
50 |
Nid Storage |
450 |
Structural Height |
50 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
50 |