Local, state and federal officials were aware of the dangers posed by the Cheboygan Lock and Dam for years before floodwaters pushed it to the brink of collapse, records show.

Threats to Michigan dams, roads and bridges continue Friday, April 17 as flood warnings are active through the weekend.

Behind this system, a noticeable cooldown will settle in across Michigan through the weekend, with temperatures dropping well below recent highs.

Flood-prone communities began evacuations as roads washed out. Rivers and reservoirs were rising; dam failures were feared and more rain is coming.

To prepare, residents offered the use of their boats for neighbors along the Muskegon River. School sports teams filled sandbags at their local dam.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Fans will get their first look at the Kyle Whittingham-led Michigan football team this weekend. On Saturday, the Wolverines will host their annual spring game at Michigan Stadium, an open-to-the-public event that will also be televised live on the Big Ten Network.

Backups are often the most interesting players in a spring game, so the absence of many Michigan starters shouldn’t ruin the show.

Flooding has led to 15 Michigan bridge closures and two failures, affecting communities across the state.

The Wolverines have picked up four commitments this month and are looking to continue that momentum during Saturday's spring scrimmage.