Cheng Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cheng Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31060 |
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
DAVID CHENG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cheng Lake Dam?
Cheng Lake 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 Cheng Lake Dam?
Cheng Lake Dam is owned by DAVID CHENG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cheng Lake Dam built?
Cheng Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Cheng Lake Dam?
Cheng Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cheng Lake Dam?
Cheng Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.