Hawaii Buys Aging Dam in $4.9M Safety Move
#HawaiiInfrastructure #DamSafetyHawaii's Agribusiness Development Corp. approved a $4.9 million land purchase to acquire the 120-year-old Wahiawā dam. The state must now fund costly safety repairs for the hazardous structure, aiming to finalize the deal by a June deadline. read more
Michigan Dam Nears Failure, Evacuations Loom
#MichiganFlood #DamSafetyMichigan officials urge residents near the Cheboygan Dam to prepare for evacuation as rising water levels reach a critical stage. More rain is forecast, increasing flood risk. Crews are installing pumps and sandbags to reinforce the high-hazard structure. read more