Peavy Falls

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyIron
Nearest CityIron Mountain
River/StreamMichigamme River
Coordinates45.99080, -88.20850

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height96 ft
Dam Height78 ft
Dam Length770 ft
Year Completed1943 (83 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage34,250 acre-ft
Max Storage34,250 acre-ft
Normal Storage34,250 acre-ft
Surface Area3,160 acres
Drainage Area715 sq mi
Max Discharge15,500 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerWisconsin Electric Power Company
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/16/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00191
Federal IDMI00191
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams