Taylor No 3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Taylor No 4 Taylor No. 10 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Taylor No 3 is a private-owned earth dam located in Dewey, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a hydraulic height of 25 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-CANADIAN RIV, this structure is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is inspected periodically to ensure its integrity.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Taylor No 3 poses a very high risk according to assessments, emphasizing the importance of effective risk management measures. With a controlled spillway and one outlet valve, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. While its condition assessment is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every five years to monitor its performance.
The location of Taylor No 3, under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District, highlights its significance in the region's water resource management. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water infrastructure, the maintenance and monitoring of structures like Taylor No 3 are essential in safeguarding communities from potential flood hazards.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
222 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANADIAN RIV |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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 No 3