Nichols Cooling Pond Wa
Key Takeaway
Nichols Cooling Pond Wa is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 63.5% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 5,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 740 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | FL10114 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
THE MOSAIC COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nichols Cooling Pond Wa?
Nichols Cooling Pond Wa is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nichols Cooling Pond Wa?
Nichols Cooling Pond Wa is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nichols Cooling Pond Wa built?
Nichols Cooling Pond Wa was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Nichols Cooling Pond Wa?
Nichols Cooling Pond Wa serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nichols Cooling Pond Wa?
Nichols Cooling Pond Wa has a dam height of 25 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 Nichols Cooling Pond Wa last inspected?
Nichols Cooling Pond Wa was last inspected on January 20, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.