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Menominee is a captivating hydroelectric dam located on the Menominee River, straddling the border between Menominee, Michigan, and Marinette, Wisconsin. Built in 1924, this concrete gravity dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches for 456 feet, with a storage capacity of 650 acre-feet and a drainage area of 4060 acres. The dam's primary purpose is hydroelectric power generation, with a spillway width of 150 feet and Tainter radial gates for water control.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Menominee Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Although its condition assessment is not available, regular inspections are conducted every three years to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam serves as a vital source of renewable energy and water resource management in the region, contributing to the local economy and providing a sustainable energy source for the surrounding communities.
Year_Completed | 1924 |
Dam_Height | 24 |
River_Or_Stream | Menominee River |
Dam_Length | 456 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Concrete |
Surface_Area | 143 |
Drainage_Area | 4060 |
Nid_Storage | 650 |
Outlet_Gates | Tainter (radial) - 12 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Rock |
Nid_Height | 24 |
SILVER RIVER NEAR L'ANSE | 88cfs |
MENOMINEE RIVER NEAR FLORENCE | 2630cfs |
PAINT RIVER NR ALPHA | 383cfs |
MIDDLE BRANCH ESCANABA RIVER AT HUMBOLDT | 89cfs |
BRULE RIVER AT US HIGHWAY 2 NEAR FLORENCE | 491cfs |
BRULE RIVER NEAR COMMONWEALTH | 893cfs |
MENOMINEE RIVER NEAR VULCAN | 4500cfs |