Cherry Creek Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateColorado
CountyArapahoe
Nearest CityDENVER
River/StreamCHERRY CREEK
Coordinates39.64948, -104.85828

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height189 ft
Dam Length14,300 ft
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage134,470 acre-ft
Max Storage134,470 acre-ft
Normal Storage13,960 acre-ft
Surface Area852 acres
Drainage Area385 sq mi
Max Discharge28,600 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Omaha District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection03/24/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCO01280
Federal IDCO01280
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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