Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3)
Key Takeaway
Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) is classified as high hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 92.4% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 110 acres |
| Drainage Area | 159 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00182 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Marquette, City of
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3)?
Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3)?
Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) is owned by Marquette, City of (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) built?
Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) was completed in 1924, making it 102 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3)?
Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3)?
Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) has a dam height of 34 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) last inspected?
Tourist Park (Marquette Dam 3) was last inspected on September 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.