Branch County dam is failing, significant flooding possible

by Fix MI State | Aug 20, 2018 | Dams & Other

The Blackhawk Dam along the Coldwater River is in a “stage of failure” and significant flooding is possible, according to a statement released by Branch County Emergency Management. The dam’s failure and flood warning were announced around noon...

Sewage leak stalls maintenance at Hanover Township pumping station

by Fix MI State | Jun 14, 2018 | Stormwater & Wastewater

Approximately 3,000 gallons of diluted raw sewage leaked onto the ground after a pipe burst during maintenance at a sanitary sewer lift station in Hanover Township on Tuesday morning. The leak occurred at 10:10 a.m. at 11431 Thorne Road. Keith Kotsch, Village of...

Manhole leak at UM Arboretum leads to sewage overflow into Huron River

by Fix MI State | Jun 12, 2018 | Stormwater & Wastewater

A manhole leak in the University of Michigan Arboretum caused upwards of 300,000 gallons in possible sewage discharge into the Huron River. Ann Arbor officials were notified of the leak about 11:30 a.m. Sunday, June 10, the city said. Public Works crews identified the...

Flash flooding forces evacuations in southwest Michigan

by Fix MI State | Jun 11, 2018 | Stormwater & Wastewater

Some residents in far southwest Michigan have been evacuated and others rescued from flash flooding this weekend, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office said. The flooding began Saturday after rains overwhelmed culverts and submerged roads in Cass County. County...

MDOT to hold public meetings on I-94 construction

by Fix MI State | Jun 11, 2018 | Roads & Bridges

Residents in Jackson County now have the chance to weigh in on a massive construction project starting on I-94 this summer. Today the Michigan Department of Transportation is inviting the public to learn more about the proposed road improvements. There will be two...