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DamHoughton County, Michigan, United States
Olson Dam
Olson Dam is a dam impounding Olson in Houghton County, Michigan.
64°F Sunny
3 activities
47.2083°, -88.4433°
Overview
Olson Dam is a dam that impounds Olson in Houghton County, Michigan. It is a Earth dam. It stands about 11 feet high. It was completed in 1959. Listed purpose: Farm Pond.
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)11 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Administration
Managing AgencyMichigan EGLE
General
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History
Year Built1,959
Location
CountyHoughton
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Location
Michigan
Houghton County
United StatesUS
Current Weather
Updated 6:47 PM64°F
Sunny
Feels like 73°
Wind
6.1 mph WNW
Humidity
67%
Visibility
15 mi
UV Index
7
5-Day Forecast
Mon
1%65°
46°
Tue
6%69°
51°
Wed
84%59°
46°
Thu
84%61°
48°
Fri
20%69°
51°
Activities
Walking
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Fishing
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