Cheney Lake Dam

Michigan — Eaton County — Tributary-Battle Creek River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyEaton
RiverTributary-Battle Creek River
Coordinates42.44741, -85.02771

Physical Characteristics

NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length120 ft
NID Storage54 acre-ft
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionJanuary 1, 1901
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1986
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerRobert Mathewson

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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.

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