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The National Weather Service has issued a high wind watch that's in effect from late Sunday night through Monday evening.
Expect west winds of 25-35 miles per hour with gusts up to 60 miles per hour in southeast Michigan. Winds could blow down trees and power lines, bringing the potential for power outages. Snow and blowing snow are possible, which could reduce visibility and make travel hazardous.
Sunny, with a high of 36 and low of 16 degrees. Sunny in the morning, overcast for the afternoon, clear in the evening,
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.