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DamHoughton County, Michigan, United States
Papworth Dam
Papworth Dam is a dam in Houghton County, Michigan.
60°F Sunny
3 activities
47.0767°, -88.5583°
Overview
Papworth Dam is a dam in Houghton County, Michigan. It is a Gravity Earth dam. It stands about 12 feet high. It was completed in 1970. Listed purpose: Recreation.
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)12 ft
Dam TypeGravity Earth
Administration
Managing AgencyMichigan EGLE
General
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History
Year Built1,970
Location
CountyHoughton
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Location
Michigan
Houghton County
United StatesUS
Current Weather
Updated 2:42 PM60°F
Sunny
Feels like 73°
Wind
3.9 mph WNW
Humidity
71%
Visibility
13 mi
UV Index
7
5-Day Forecast
Mon
67°
44°
Tue
7%71°
50°
Wed
85%61°
46°
Thu
84%64°
47°
Fri
18%70°
49°
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