Cherokee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cherokee Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 412 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00785 |
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
SJC Builders, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cherokee Lake Dam?
Cherokee Lake 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 Cherokee Lake Dam?
Cherokee Lake Dam is owned by SJC Builders, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cherokee Lake Dam built?
Cherokee Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Lake Dam?
Cherokee Lake 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 Cherokee Lake Dam?
Cherokee Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Cherokee Lake Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.