Michigan plans to remove the century-old Sanback Dam in 2026, reopening a half-mile of cold-water stream, restoring 14 wetland acres and protecting more than 70 downstream miles
- A century-old dam that no longer serves a purpose will be removed in Michigan in order to restore natural ecosystems of the region.
- The Sanback Dam on Beechwood Creek in Rose City was constructed in 1920 to power a flour mill and later a lumber mill.
- Today, it stands as a crumbling concrete structure and has transformed into a safety hazard for both people and wildlife.
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- A century-old dam that no longer serves a purpose will be removed in Michigan in order to restore natural ecosystems of the region.
- The Sanback Dam on Beechwood Creek in Rose City was constructed in 1920 to power a flour mill and later a lumber mill.
- Today, it stands as a crumbling concrete structure and has transformed into a safety hazard for both people and wildlife.
Sources: Times of India