Nichols Dam

New Mexico — Santa Fe County

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountySanta Fe
Coordinates35.69080, -105.88020

Physical Characteristics

NID Height91 ft
Dam Height91 ft
Dam Length622 ft
NID Storage1,234 acre-ft
Max Storage1,234 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1943
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerCITY OF SANTA FE

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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