Cheboygan is a privately-owned hydroelectric dam located on the Cheboygan River in Michigan, constructed in 1922.
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With a dam height of 21 feet and a hydraulic height of 13.5 feet, it provides a storage capacity of 83,000 acre-feet and a normal storage of 82,947 acre-feet. The dam has a spillway width of 94 feet and a maximum discharge of 7,640 cubic feet per second, making it a significant structure for water resource management in the region.
Despite its high hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the condition assessment for Cheboygan dam is currently not available. The dam is inspected annually by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, with the last inspection conducted in September 2020. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in December 2019, but details about its preparedness, adherence to guidelines, and risk management measures are not provided. With its historical significance and critical role in hydroelectric power generation, Cheboygan serves as a key point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1922 |
Dam Length |
94 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
Cheboygan River |
Primary Dam Type |
Timber Crib |
Surface Area |
17801 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.5 |
Drainage Area |
1515 |
Nid Storage |
83000 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 6 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Cheboygan State Park
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Aloha State Park
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Twin Lakes - State Forest
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Twin Lakes State Forst Campground
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