Dick Nichols Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Dick Nichols Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,099 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06902 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF AUSTIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dick Nichols Park Dam?
Dick Nichols Park Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dick Nichols Park Dam?
Dick Nichols Park Dam is owned by CITY OF AUSTIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dick Nichols Park Dam built?
Dick Nichols Park Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Dick Nichols Park Dam?
Dick Nichols Park Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dick Nichols Park Dam?
Dick Nichols Park Dam has a dam height of 21 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Dick Nichols Park Dam last inspected?
Dick Nichols Park Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.