Nichols Dam
New Mexico — Santa Fe County — SANTA FE RIVER
Location
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Santa Fe |
| River | SANTA FE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 35.69080, -105.88020 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 91 ft |
| Dam Height | 91 ft |
| Dam Length | 622 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,234 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 25, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1943 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF SANTA FE |
Location Map
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.