Cherokee Landing Reservoir Report
Nearby: Landis Chancellor And Son
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Cherokee Landing is a private dam located in Hardeman County, Tennessee, along the East Fork river.
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Summary
Constructed in 1976, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 41 feet and has a hydraulic height of 35.5 feet. With a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet, Cherokee Landing serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, providing normal storage of 107 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 10.5 acres.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Cherokee Landing is classified as having a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment. Regular inspections ensure the dam's safety, with the most recent inspection taking place in June 2020. While the risk assessment is moderate, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has not required emergency action plans or inundation maps to be prepared.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cherokee Landing represents a vital infrastructure piece in the region's water management system. Its presence on the East Fork river contributes to water storage and management, with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance to mitigate risks and ensure the continued functionality of this essential structure.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
435 |
River Or Stream |
EAST FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
35.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
175 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
41 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Cherokee Landing