Cherokee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cherokee Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 307 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02429 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF HILLTOP LAKES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cherokee Lake Dam?
Cherokee Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF HILLTOP LAKES 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 1964, making it 62 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 15 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 November 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.