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Hoist is a hydroelectric dam located in Marquette, Michigan, along the Dead River.
Completed in 1941, this structure stands at a height of 65 feet and has a dam length of 3,642 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 41,666 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 31,563 acre-feet, this dam serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation and recreation.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Hoist poses a high hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 440 feet and one other controlled outlet gate. Despite its age, the condition assessment of Hoist is currently not available, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and efficiency.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Hoist to be a fascinating structure, combining historic significance with modern functionality. Its location in the picturesque surroundings of Marquette, Michigan adds to its appeal, offering opportunities for recreation and appreciation of the vital role it plays in generating clean energy for the region. As efforts to address climate change continue to gain momentum, the role of dams like Hoist in sustainable water resource management becomes increasingly important.
Year Completed |
1941 |
Dam Length |
3642 |
Dam Height |
63 |
River Or Stream |
Dead River |
Surface Area |
2429 |
Hydraulic Height |
63 |
Drainage Area |
138 |
Nid Storage |
41666 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
65 |
West Branch From Source In Sec 26, T46N, R23 W To Junction With County Road 444
East Branch Net River, From Its Source In Sec 8, T47N, R32W To Confluence With Mainstem Net River In Sec 24, T46N, R34W
West Branch Net River, From Its Source In Sec 35, T48N, R34W To Confluence With Mainstem Net River In Sec 24, T46N, R34W
Mainstem, Easternforest Boundary In Sec 1, T44N, R35W To City Of Crystal Falls
From Wagner Lake In Sec 13, T49N, R31W To Eastern Boundary Of The Ottawa Nf In Sec 12, T48N, R35@
County Road H-58 (Aka. Adams Trail/ Munising-Van Meer-Shingleton Rd.) To Mouth At Lake Superior