Rising Waters Push Cheboygan Dam to ‘Ready’ Stage as State Expands Emergency Response

Water nearing critical levels prompts evacuation preparations, bridge closure and emergency response efforts

CHEBOYGAN, Mich. (AP) — Water levels at the Cheboygan Dam and Lock complex reached the “Ready” threshold early Monday as state and local officials intensified preparations for possible flooding in northern Michigan.

The Cheboygan County Sheriff’s Office reported at 5:26 a.m. Monday that water levels were about 12 inches below the top of the dam and risin…