Cherokee Nw

Adams County, Colorado (near COMMERCE CITY)

River/Stream: SOUTH PLATTE-OS

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
19 ft
Dam Length
1,365 ft
Reservoir Storage
157 acre-ft
Year Completed
2003
Primary Purpose
Other
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

Satisfactory

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CO02972
State
Colorado (CO)
Coordinates
39.81108, -104.96752
Age
23 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.