Mich. Comp. Laws § 280.351: Dams in drains to control flow, water levels and seepage; removal of drainage by pumps.

Sec. 351.

Established drains may be improved for the benefit of those whose lands were improved by the original construction of such drain, by the construction, operation and maintenance of dams in drains to control flow, water levels and seepage and to provide for the removal of the drainage when necessary by the use of pumps and other mechanical operations.