Cherokee Landing
Key Takeaway
Cherokee Landing is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | TN06931 |
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
MHC CHEROKEE LC, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cherokee Landing?
Cherokee Landing 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 Landing?
Cherokee Landing is owned by MHC CHEROKEE LC, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cherokee Landing built?
Cherokee Landing was completed in 1976, making it 50 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
When was Cherokee Landing last inspected?
Cherokee Landing was last inspected on June 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.