Peavy Falls

Michigan — Iron County — Michigamme River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyIron
RiverMichigamme River
Coordinates45.99080, -88.20850

Physical Characteristics

NID Height96 ft
Dam Height78 ft
Dam Length770 ft
NID Storage34,250 acre-ft
Max Storage34,250 acre-ft
Surface Area3,160 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 16, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1943
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerWisconsin Electric Power Company
Other NamePeavy Pond

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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