EGLE endorses dam safety legislation as historic flooding showcases concerns

By: Kyle Davidson

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: April 28, 2026

Words: 330

Last Updated: 3 months ago

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As communities throughout Michigan remain under a state of emergency for flooding, the state’s environmental agency is calling for improvements to Michigan’s dam safety regulations, with heavy rain and snow melt pushing several structures to their brink.

Heading into 2026, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy placed improving stormwater management and dam safety as one of its top priorities. Now the department has given its approval to a piece of …

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