Michigamme Falls

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyIron
Nearest CityIron Mountain
River/StreamMichigamme River
Coordinates45.95550, -88.19660

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height72 ft
Dam Height72 ft
Dam Length1,451 ft
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage7,460 acre-ft
Max Storage7,460 acre-ft
Normal Storage7,460 acre-ft
Surface Area505 acres
Drainage Area724 sq mi
Max Discharge17,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerWisconsin Electric Power Company
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/28/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00184
Federal IDMI00184
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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