Village of Holly debates on the removal of Stiffs Mill Pond Dam

Holly faced with expensive decision on Mill Pond Dam

The future of a nearly 190-year-old dam in Holly is in limbo as the village decides whether to repair or demolish it, and who pays for it. At a May 13 meeting, the village council created a committee to analyze community effects, financial impacts, and study analysis regarding the future of the Holly Mill Pond Dam. The dam was constructed in 1840 and has two parts: A “powerhouse dam,” which consists of a 100-foot long earthen embankment and 30-f…

Future of Holly's Mill Pond Dam in question over safety concerns

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy encouraged the village of Holly to lower the water level of Mill Pond because of safety concerns with the dam.

Village of Holly debates on the removal of Stiffs Mill Pond Dam

Neighbors in the Village of Holly are concerned about a community gem that might one day be a thing of the past.

Many Holly residents rally to save historic dam as environmental concerns mount - Great Lakes Commission

The Village of Holly, Michigan, began discussing the future of the historic Stiff’s Mill Pond Dam after state regulators raised concerns about the dam’s safety. Read the full story by […]