Nichols Gss Reservoir Report
Nearby: Peacock Dam Styles Gss
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Nichols Gss, located in Baylor County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1976, this structure stands at 22 feet in height and spans 123 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 543 acre-feet. State regulated by TCEQ, Nichols Gss is under the jurisdiction of Texas and is subject to permitting, inspection, and enforcement by state authorities.
Situated on the TR-Wichita River, Nichols Gss serves as a vital resource for fire protection and recreational activities in the region. The dam's buttress core type and unlisted/unknown foundation contribute to its structural integrity, as it aims to mitigate high-risk potential with a hazard rating of "Not Available." While the dam's condition remains unrated, its risk management measures are crucial in ensuring the safety and security of surrounding communities.
With no spillway and a single outlet gate, Nichols Gss presents an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As efforts to assess and address its risk potential continue, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of proper infrastructure management in safeguarding against potential hazards in water resource systems.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
123 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WICHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
543 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wichita Rv Nr Seymour
|
312cfs |
Brazos Rv At Seymour
|
31cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Mabelle
|
1cfs |
Millers Ck Nr Munday
|
0cfs |
S Wichita Rv Nr Benjamin
|
1cfs |
N Wichita Rv Nr Truscott
|
14cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Nichols Gss