Lake Cherokee Dam
Texas — Rusk County — CHEROKEE BAYOU
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Rusk |
| River | CHEROKEE BAYOU |
| Coordinates | 32.36018, -94.60615 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Length | 4,988 ft |
| NID Storage | 101,363 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 101,363 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,101 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 7, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1948 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | CHEROKEE WATER COMPANY |
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.