Cherokee Trail
Key Takeaway
Cherokee Trail is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00270 |
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
DEAN L. PETERSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cherokee Trail?
Cherokee Trail 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 Trail?
Cherokee Trail is owned by DEAN L. PETERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cherokee Trail built?
Cherokee Trail was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Trail?
Cherokee Trail serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cherokee Trail?
Cherokee Trail has a dam height of 20 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 Trail last inspected?
Cherokee Trail was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.