| Cheatham Lock and Dam | |
|---|---|
 Powerhouse at Cheatham Dam | |
| Location | Ashland City, Tennessee, United States |
| Construction began | 1949 |
| Opening date | 1951 |
| Operator(s) | USACE |
| Dam and spillways | |
| Impounds | Cumberland River |
| Reservoir | |
| Creates | Cheatham Lake |
The Cheatham Lock and Dam is a dam in Ashland City, Tennessee, USA. [1] It was built on the Cumberland River from 1949 to 1951. [2]
Electricity from the dam is marketed by the Southeastern Power Administration. [3]
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