Nichols
Key Takeaway
Nichols is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02197 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nichols?
Nichols is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nichols?
Nichols is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nichols built?
Nichols was completed in 1940, making it 86 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?
Nichols serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nichols?
Nichols has a dam height of 24 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 last inspected?
Nichols was last inspected on September 24, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.