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March 14, 2023 – 13 people died on Michigan roadways since last week making a total of 163 this year. In addition, 93 more were seriously injured for a statewide total of 694 to date.
Compared to last year at this time there are 4 fewer fatalities and 8 more serious injuries.
Numbers are provided by the Michigan State Police.
Moderate or heavy snow showers, with a high of 26 and low of 15 degrees. Overcast in the morning, light freezing rain in the afternoon, light snow during the evening, clear overnight.
I have to commend the Saline City manager and engineer for keeping their cool and for their professionalism during the three hour Mill Pond Dam town hall meeting.
I think what's insulting is that the city is bloating the numbers to bolster their case.
Logically, the dam has no practical use. Of course, it's going to cost more. Of course, there's a level of risk there. Of course, over some period of time, it's going to cost more to maintain than a stream.
Life cycle cost analysis is certainly appropriate when considering new assets, but it may not be as appropriate when evaluating existing assets.