Gov. Whitmer Requests Investigation On Edenville, Sanford Dams That Caused Historic Flooding In Mid-Michigan

LANSING, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - Governor Gretchen Whitmer requested Wednesday the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to investigate what caused the Edenville Dam and Sanford Dam to fail, resulting in historic flooding in several mid-Michigan counties.

Gov. Whitmer also asked EGLE to review the larger issue of dam safety in Michigan and provide recommendations on policy, legislative, budgetary, and enforcement reforms that can prevent these harms from repeating elsewhere.

"This flooding forced thousands to evacuate their homes, destroyed public infrastructure, ruined homes and businesses, and caused major natural resource damage," said Whitmer. "We must ensure accountability and prevent a disaster like this from happening again. I want to thank the first responders and volunteers who have stepped up to help in this time of unprecedented need."

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