Cherokee
California — Calaveras County — Cherokee Creek
Location
| State | California |
| County | Calaveras |
| River | Cherokee Creek |
| Coordinates | 38.08080, -120.60940 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| NID Storage | 630 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 630 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | May 2, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 0.5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1959 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | W.A. Spence et ux |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.