Cheney Dam
Key Takeaway
Cheney Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 365 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02432 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JAMES DENNISON ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cheney Dam?
Cheney Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cheney Dam?
Cheney Dam is owned by JAMES DENNISON ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cheney Dam built?
Cheney Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Cheney Dam?
Cheney Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cheney Dam?
Cheney Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Cheney Dam last inspected?
Cheney Dam was last inspected on October 29, 1975. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.