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On May 19, 2020, the aging Sanford and Edenville dams failed, as heavy rains swelled local rivers. The ensuing torrent of water forced thousands of people downstream to flee their homes.
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May 19 marks three years since heavy rains and flawed dams led to a devastating flood that ruined lives and damaged property in Gladwin, Midland, and Saginaw counties. To this day, the recovery is ongoing.
SANFORD, Mich. (WJRT) - Nearly three years since the devastating dam breaches and floods in Midland and Gladwin Counties, work to restore the dams and surrounding areas is ongoing.
SANFORD, Mich. (WJRT) – It's been over two years since waters flooded Mid-Michigan after dam failures, but reform has not happened.
Court Establishes Facts in Edenville Dam Failure