Forestville ( Dam 2 )

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyMarquette
Nearest CityMarquette
River/StreamDead River
Coordinates46.56920, -87.45440

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeArch
NID Height130 ft
Dam Height62 ft
Dam Length202 ft
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,943 acre-ft
Max Storage2,943 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,943 acre-ft
Surface Area110 acres
Drainage Area158 sq mi
Max Discharge12,700 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerMarquette, City of
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/28/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00181
Federal IDMI00181
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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