Cliff Notes:
Discusses the hows and whys of removing dams that just don't make sense anymore. Groups like American Rivers, The Nature Conservancy, the DNRs of various states, and Trout Unlimited cooperate to improve river quaity, restore stability of the water table, and bring added property values, tourism, and economic opportunity.
Though a bit old, this is good information. Michigan's removed dams since 2000 are listed on page xxii. Does not include Watervliet dam from 2010.
In December 2010, a group requested that Niles consider removal of the Pucker Street dam in an upcoming vote. The dam has out-lived its usefulness and is in-operable. However, water quality and the dam's structure continue to degrade. Paid energy consultants report that dam restoration isn't economically feasible. Today, funds for the dam's removal are available. We dedicate this page to those wishing to learn facts and seek your participation in some small way.
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