RELEASE: Gov. Whitmer on Court Ruling Holding Former Edenville Dam Owner Accountable for Dam Failure Causing Widespread Flooding Damage?

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November 28, 2023???

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Gov. Whitmer on Court Ruling Holding Former Edenville Dam Owner Accountable for Dam Failure Causing Widespread Flooding Damage?

LANSING, Mich. ? Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the following statement after a judge issued an order holding the former owner and operator of the Edenville Dam liable for $120 million in damages caused by widespread flooding resulting from the dam?s failure.?

?In 2020, after historic flooding and dam failures, we made a promise to the community to do whatever it takes to make them whole again and hold bad actors accountable for the devastating damage. It was incredible to see neighbors helping each other with food and shelter, contractors working quickly to repair roads and bridges, and the legislature coming together to secure $200 million to rebuild the dams. I want to thank Attorney General Nessel for leading this years-long effort to bring justice on behalf of the thousands of Michiganders who?ve suffered in the aftermath of the dam failure. In tough times, we come together as Michiganders to support each other.??

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