Way Dike D

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyIron
Nearest CityIron Mountain
River/StreamMichigamme River
Coordinates46.16740, -88.24260

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length1,338 ft
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage125,350 acre-ft
Max Storage125,350 acre-ft
Normal Storage100,592 acre-ft
Surface Area6,400 acres
Max Discharge17,000 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerWisconsin Electric Power Company
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/27/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00205
Federal IDMI00205S002
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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