Robert Nichol Dam
Key Takeaway
Robert Nichol Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 53.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 535 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01588 |
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
ROBERT W NICHOL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robert Nichol Dam?
Robert Nichol Dam 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 Robert Nichol Dam?
Robert Nichol Dam is owned by ROBERT W NICHOL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Nichol Dam built?
Robert Nichol Dam 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 Robert Nichol Dam?
Robert Nichol Dam 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 Robert Nichol Dam?
Robert Nichol Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Robert Nichol Dam last inspected?
Robert Nichol Dam was last inspected on September 23, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.