Sturgis Dam Wants to Tweak Water Height—Public Yell Now!
Published Date: 9/4/2026
Notice
Summary
The City of Sturgis, Michigan, asked for a temporary change to how high their hydroelectric dam holds water on the St. Joseph River. This change could affect local water levels and needs public feedback by October 1, 2026. If approved, it might impact the environment and local water use, so the city and community are watching closely.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Temporary drawdown of impoundment
The City of Sturgis has requested approval to lower the project impoundment about 2.9 feet to elevation 822.7 NGVD 29. The drawdown would start after September 7, 2026, proceed at no more than 0.5 foot (6 inches) per 24-hour period, be completed no later than September 15, 2026, and the impoundment would remain lowered until April 2028.
ADA-compliant path included
As part of the dam safety and embankment repair works, the project proposes construction of an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)–compliant path to the St. Joseph River. This improvement is included among other repairs such as raising embankments, replacing riprap, and addressing seepage.
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