Cherokee
Key Takeaway
Cherokee is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 52.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 630 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00628 |
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
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cherokee?
Cherokee 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 Cherokee?
Cherokee is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cherokee built?
Cherokee was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Cherokee?
Cherokee serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cherokee?
Cherokee has a dam height of 44 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 Cherokee last inspected?
Cherokee was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.