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Michigan to demolish 100-year-old dam to restore wetlands and aquatic habitats

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Michigan is moving forward with plans to remove a dam that has stood for over a century. The project is a collaborative effort aimed at reopening upstream habitats to allow aquatic species to move freely. A key concern driving the initiative is the environmental risk posed by polluted sediments trapped behind the aging structure. Restoration work will target approximately 14 acres of wetlands while also protecting cold water habitats located downstream. Authorities expect the project to boost local biodiversity and restore ecological balance to the region.

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