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Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) is a captivating destination nestled in Marquette, Michigan, along the serene Dead River.
This hydroelectric marvel, completed in 1924, boasts a concrete dam standing at a height of 34 feet and stretching 800 feet in length. With a maximum storage capacity of 600 acre-feet and a surface area of 110 acres, this dam serves multiple purposes, including hydroelectric power generation and recreational activities.
The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 20 feet and two Tainter radial gates for water release. Despite its age, Tourist Park Dam is well-maintained by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, ensuring its safety and operational efficiency. However, due to its high hazard potential and very high risk assessment rating, emergency preparedness measures are crucial for the surrounding community.
Visitors to Tourist Park can marvel at the engineering ingenuity of the multi-arch dam while enjoying the picturesque surroundings and engaging in various recreational pursuits. Whether you're a water resource enthusiast or a climate advocate, this historic landmark offers a fascinating blend of natural beauty and technical excellence for all to appreciate.
Year Completed |
1924 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
Dead River |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
110 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
159 |
Nid Storage |
600 |
Outlet Gates |
Tainter (radial) - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
34 |
West Branch From Source In Sec 26, T46N, R23 W To Junction With County Road 444
County Road H-58 (Aka. Adams Trail/ Munising-Van Meer-Shingleton Rd.) To Mouth At Lake Superior
Section 17, T48N, R17W (Boundary Of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Lands) To Mouth At Lake Superior
From Sixteen Mile Lake To North Line Of Sec 26, T43N, R19W
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