Burl Taylor Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Burl Taylor Gss #1 Vogt Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Burl Taylor Dam, located in Custer, Oklahoma, was completed in 1987 and is owned by a private entity.
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Summary
The dam, designed by NRCS, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Deer Creek, with a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge of 210 cubic feet per second and a controlled spillway, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks for the surrounding area.
Despite being privately owned, Burl Taylor Dam is regulated by the state of Oklahoma, with inspections, permitting, and enforcement carried out by the OWRB. The dam's hazard potential is considered undetermined, but its risk assessment is classified as very high. While the condition of the dam has not been rated, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor its maintenance and management to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction and protection of the local community.
As a part of the Tulsa District of the USACE, Burl Taylor Dam contributes to water resource management in the region, demonstrating the importance of public and private partnerships in safeguarding against potential flooding and ensuring the sustainability of water infrastructure. Climate enthusiasts should take note of the dam's critical role in protecting the area from flood risks and advocate for continued monitoring and maintenance to uphold its functionality and effectiveness in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Height |
36.3 |
River Or Stream |
DEER CREEK |
Drainage Area |
2.15 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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.
Burl Taylor Dam