Michigan HB5485 amends dam safety regulations, including registration, inspection, and permit requirements for dam owners.
Michigan HB5485 amends sections of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to enhance dam safety regulations. It mandates dam owners to register their dams with the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). Owners must submit inspection reports, comprehensive evaluation reports, and operation and maintenance plans. The bill introduces a staggered registration process and establishes a dam risk reduction grant program. It also outlines permit requirements for dam construction, alteration, and removal, including fees and inspection schedules.
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