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Houghton CountyHoughton County, Michigan is a beautiful land of forests, lakes and rivers. It covers 3,738 square miles and is located in the Upper Peninsula. The county was formed in 1845 and was named when surveyors discovered the Portage Lake Canal which connected Lakes Superior and Michigan. Historical landmarks include Ptarmigan Hill in Ontonagon which contains remnants of an old copper mining site. Houghton's economy relies heavily on agriculture, tourism, manufacturing and mining, while many residents c
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Dams to Explore in Houghton County
Redridge Steel DamRedridge Steel Dam is located in Houghton County, Michigan. The dam was constructed in 1912 to retain and regulate the Ontonagon River for hydroelectric generation purposes. It stands over 39 feet high and spans a length of 804 feet in a single arch design. It is an example of an early 20th century technology that is still being used today as it continues to be put to use through its operation as a public hydropower generating facility owned by WPPI Energy.