Cherokee Falls
South Carolina — Cherokee County — Broad River
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Cherokee |
| River | Broad River |
| Coordinates | 35.06391, -81.54754 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,850 ft |
| NID Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 18, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1826 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Cherokee Falls Hydroelectric Project, LLC |
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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.