Norway Point

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyAlpena
Nearest CityAlpena
River/StreamThunder Bay
Coordinates45.10190, -83.51920

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length2,486 ft
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage27,550 acre-ft
Max Storage27,550 acre-ft
Normal Storage27,550 acre-ft
Surface Area1,700 acres
Drainage Area1,260 sq mi
Max Discharge55,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
Owner TypeNot Listed
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/24/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00189
Federal IDMI00189
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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