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DamKent County, Michigan, United States
Grand Rapids West Side Dam
Grand Rapids West Side Dam is a dam in Kent County, Michigan.
67°F Mostly sunny
3 activities
42.9800°, -85.6750°
Overview
Grand Rapids West Side Dam is a dam in Kent County, Michigan. It is a Gravity dam. It stands about 15 feet high. It was completed in 1917. Listed purpose: Retired Hydro.
Dams shape Michigan's rivers, creating impoundments that support shoreline fishing, paddling and scenery while also affecting water flow and fish passage. This structure is documented in the Michigan Dam Inventory and regulated by the state (EGLE). Stay behind all safety barriers and heed posted restrictions near the dam and its spillway. Related places list the river and nearby waters.
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Dam Data5 / 12 fields
Dam Data
5 / 12 fieldsPhysical
Dam Height(ft)15 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Administration
Managing AgencyMichigan EGLE
General
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History
Year Built1,917
Location
CountyKent
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Location
Michigan
Kent County
United StatesUS
Current Weather
Updated 2:46 PM67°F
Mostly sunny
Feels like 79°
Wind
2.3 mph NE
Humidity
78%
Visibility
12 mi
UV Index
7
5-Day Forecast
Mon
55%79°
52°
Tue
4%78°
52°
Wed
70%74°
60°
Thu
84%76°
57°
Fri
11%78°
58°
Activities
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Walking
Fishing
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