A dam can fade into the background for generations, part of the scenery until it becomes a repair bill, a safety concern or a decision a community can no longer put off.
Across the Huron River watershed, the Huron River Watershed Council says the issue is becoming more urgent. The council assessed 97 dams in 2025, looking at streamflow, wildlife habitat, infrastructure and whether some may be candidates for modification, removal or replacement with rock rapids.
A Complicated Choice…