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Kalkaska Today
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Aging Kalkaska Dam Rattled by High Water Levels
The 122-year-old dam is already slated for removal as Michigan grapples with heavy rainfall and spring runoff.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 5:23pm
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As aging infrastructure struggles to withstand the impacts of extreme weather, a historic dam in Kalkaska faces an uncertain future amid rising water levels.Kalkaska TodayA 122-year-old dam in Kalkaska, Michigan has encountered new issues due to heavy rainfall and spring runoff causing swollen rivers and high water levels. The aging dam was already on track for removal prior to these latest challenges.
Why it matters
The Kalkaska dam is one of many aging dams across Michigan that are in need of repair or removal as the state faces the impacts of extreme weather and climate change. Aging infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to damage from high water levels and flooding.
The details
The dam in Kalkaska has experienced issues this week as heavy rainfall and spring runoff have led to swollen rivers and high water levels around the 122-year-old structure. The dam was already slated for removal as part of a broader effort to address aging dams across Michigan.
- The dam in Kalkaska is 122 years old.
- The dam was already on track for removal prior to the recent high water issues.
The players
Kalkaska Dam
A 122-year-old dam located in Kalkaska, Michigan that is facing new challenges due to high water levels.
What’s next
State officials will continue to monitor the dam's condition and determine the best path forward, which may include accelerating the removal process.
The takeaway
The issues facing the Kalkaska dam highlight the broader challenges Michigan is grappling with when it comes to aging infrastructure and the impacts of extreme weather driven by climate change.
