×

History quiz

QUESTION: Marquette was the first city in the region to be electrified in 1889. Where was that first hydroelectric dam?

a. Whetstone Brook

b. Orianna Creek

c. Yellow Dog River

d. Dead River

ANSWER: D, the first hydroelectric dam in the area was on the Dead River.

Newsletter

Today's breaking news and more in your inbox

I'm interested in (please check all that apply)
Are you a paying subscriber to the newspaper *
   

Starting at $4.62/week.

Subscribe Today