Michigan Township Plans River Docks: Public Input Sought Now
Published Date: 1/26/2026
Notice
Summary
The Charter Township of Van Buren and STS Hydropower want to build two new docks on the Huron River in Michigan near the French Landing Hydroelectric Project. This change affects local water use and could impact the community and environment. People have until February 20, 2026, to share their thoughts or get involved before any decisions are made.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Proposed marina: 16 boat slips
If you live near the Huron River in Wayne County, Michigan, the Charter Township of Van Buren and STS Hydropower filed to build two 85-foot-long by 4-foot-wide docks at the French Landing Hydroelectric Project. The docks would have a total 90.6 feet of frontage, accommodate up to sixteen 28-foot watercraft (eight per dock), and include six 90-degree parking spaces plus two parallel spaces. The filing says this change affects local water use and could impact the community and environment.
You can comment or intervene by Feb 20
You can submit comments, protests, or a motion to intervene in the FERC proceeding for this project; filings must be received by February 20, 2026, 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Only those who file a timely motion to intervene may become a party to the proceeding; comments alone do not make you a party.
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