Lake Chemung Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Lake Chemung Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 0.2% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 40 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 680 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 321 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01980 |
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
Livingston County Dr. Commissioner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Chemung Control Structure?
Lake Chemung Control Structure 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 Lake Chemung Control Structure?
Lake Chemung Control Structure is owned by Livingston County Dr. Commissioner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Chemung Control Structure built?
Lake Chemung Control Structure was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lake Chemung Control Structure?
Lake Chemung Control Structure 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 Lake Chemung Control Structure?
Lake Chemung Control Structure has a dam height of 6 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 Lake Chemung Control Structure last inspected?
Lake Chemung Control Structure was last inspected on November 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.