Argo Dam, Ann Arbor

Name: Argo Dam
Address: Ann Arbor, United States

#18 among attractions in Ann Arbor

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Facts and practical information

The Argo Dam is a decommissioned hydroelectric barrage dam crossing the Huron River. It is located in the city of Ann Arbor in Washtenaw County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It was built by the Detroit Edison Company in 1920 for hydroelectricity before being decommissioned in 1959 and sold to the city of Ann Arbor in 1963. The surrounding area is used for recreational purposes, including Argo Nature Area and Bandemer Park. ()

Coordinates: 42°17'26"N, 83°44'44"W

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Central Ann Arbor (North Central)Ann Arbor United States

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Argo Dam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nickels Arcade, St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, Kempf House, Michigan Theater.

0.9 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre, Historic walking areas
Nickels Arcade, Ann Arbor
22 min walk • Nickels Arcade is a commercial building located at 326-330 South State Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
0.4 miSE
Church
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, Ann Arbor
11 min walk • St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church is a parish of the Roman Catholic Church located in Ann Arbor, Michigan at 530-540 Elizabeth Street. Its historic parish church is listed as a Michigan State Historic Site.
0.8 miS
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Kempf House, Ann Arbor
21 min walk • The Kempf House Museum, also known as the Henry Bennett House or the Reuben Kempf House, is a museum located at 312 South Division Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was originally built as a single-family home in 1853. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
0.8 miS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema
Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor
20 min walk • The Michigan Theater is a movie palace in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. It shows independent films and stage productions, and hosts musical concerts.
0.9 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Albert Kahn
Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor
22 min walk • Hill Auditorium is the largest performance venue on the University of Michigan campus, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The auditorium was named in honor of Arthur Hill, who served as a regent of the university from 1901 to 1909.
0.6 miS
Museum, Children's museum, Neo-renaissance architecture
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor
16 min walk • The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States, specializes in interactive exhibits with the goal of helping both children and adults discover the scientist within them by promoting science literacy through experimentation, exploration, and education.
0.8 miS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Ark, Ann Arbor
21 min walk • The Ark, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a nationally known acoustic and folk music venue. It has been in existence in various locations since 1965. It currently seats about 400 and features more than 300 live performances each year.
0.9 miSE
Greek Revival architecture, Neo-renaissance architecture, Observatories and planetariums
Detroit Observatory, Ann Arbor
24 min walk • The Detroit Observatory is located on the corner of Observatory and Ann streets in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was built in 1854, and was the first scientific research facility at the University of Michigan and one of the oldest observatories of its type in the nation.
0.8 miS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Blind Pig, Ann Arbor
20 min walk • The Blind Pig is a music venue in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The club was established as a home for blues musicians, although today it books predominantly indie rock acts and local groups.
0.8 miS
Cinema, Theater
State Theater, Ann Arbor
21 min walk • The State Theatre is an operational former movie palace in Ann Arbor, Michigan, designed by C. Howard Crane in the Art Deco style. The State was built by W.S. Butterfield Theaters, which also operated the nearby Michigan Theater.
0.5 miS
Neoclassical architecture
Washtenaw County Administration Building, Ann Arbor
14 min walk • The Washtenaw County Administration Building is a former post office located at 220 North Main Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The building is now owned by Washtenaw County, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Argo Dam?

Nearby attractions include Kellogg-Warden House, Ann Arbor (11 min walk), Kerrytown, Ann Arbor (11 min walk), St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, Ann Arbor (11 min walk), Thomas Earl House, Ann Arbor (12 min walk).

How to get to Argo Dam by public transport?

The nearest stations to Argo Dam:

Train

Ann Arbor (6 min walk)

Bus

Community High School • Lines: 21, 22 (13 min walk)
Catherine + Ingalls • Lines: 3 (16 min walk)