Thanks so much for your interest in seeing North Carolina's rapid recovery from this devastating storm. Please consider supporting the ongoing production of this documentation series and participating in direct donations to those impacted, by giving to my GoFundMe campaign "See the Affect" at www.gofundme.com/f/see-the-affect In response to the many requests for ways to give, and to provide direct visibility of your contributions being deployed, the use of funds will be highlighted on this channel. Please join me in having a positive affect on WNC communities and stay engaged as we chronicle our recovery.
Dominic, thank you for this video. I am the owner/controller of the falls and fields up to Flat Creek. We have not been to the cabin yet as the bridge was washed out. The neighbors just put in the river crossing. In the gorge I can see some car size boulders moved and some of the bedrock scoured. Below the falls near the landslide there is actually less debris than before the flood. The real damage is above the falls... the river and fields. Luckily, there was a location to put in a culvert river crossing and the neighbors installed it a few days ago so the trapped community could access Hwy 9. My background is in stream and wetland ecology, and I thought I was retired but guess not. Most of the property is in a conservation easement NPO. I will be collecting donations to start the river and stream restorations. Thanks again for the video.
@michaelsandefur5683 - Thank you for sharing your insight. This is such an interesting area where Flat Creek joins and then the topography tightens up into the gorge. Did you happen to get any footage while the water was high? I guess with a background like that, it's tough to stay in retirement after an event like this. I'm sure you'll make an enormous contribution to the community with your depth of knowledge. If/when you have a destination for donations, please share it and I'll do my best to pass it along. I can pin a comment to this video with a link. Again, thanks so much.
Michael - I'd love to come chat with you, get your perspective as an ecologist, and highlight the steam restoration project you're undertaking there. Can you reach out to me directly at dominic.taverniti at gmail dotcom?
Dominic... We were blessed to be the stewards of this remarkable property in NC 10 years ago. So I know this section of the Rocky Broad River gorge well. Have hiked just about every inch of the property and gorge for many years. Thank you for shooting this drone video and thank you for your very informative narrative of what occurred during this most catastrophic event. What I noticed in the video is much of the rock banks and riverbed through the gorge were absolutely scoured of all vegetation from the sheer volume and force of the water traveling through the gorge. Much of the sediment in the gorge was swept downstream exposing more of the rock and boulders throughout the gorge. Some of the rock and boulders have moved in this area. It is absolutely unimaginable the volume of water that rushed through that area concentrated by the forced narrowness of the ravine of Rocky Broad River. My heart breaks for all in WNC who have had to endure the wrath of Helene. Have shed many tears for those who have lost so much. Just never imagined this beautiful mountain area would suffer so much from an event like this. It has truly been a shock for so many of us.
Thanks so much for sharing. A common weekend pastime for our family has been to head down to Lake Lure, the Broad along Chimney Rock, or Straight Away Cafe. The force of the river through this area is just hard to wrap your mind around. It’s truly heart breaking to see the community suffering to such an extent. It’ll continue to change lives for many years to come.
Dominic... My husband and I are the stewards of this great 200 acre property that has 4 beautiful waterfalls that God blessed us with. Thanks again for this video and narrative of the area. At 5:22 the pointer is on a very large boulder in the middle of the Rocky Broad River that we call "Toad Rock". It looks like a huge toad getting ready to jump out of the river. At 5:33 the pointer is over what we and many locals know as the "Swimming Hole". Beyond that is an area we call "The Boulder Garden", where the landslide occurred. It's a large collection of huge boulders and rocks below what we call falls #4 and the swimming hole. At 6:15 you are panning over falls #4, the swimming hole and the boulder garden. Again thanks for the drone video. You did a great job!
April - Thanks so much for sharing! Your husband Michael left a great comment recently that I replied to - perhaps he hasn't seen it yet. I would love to come down and hear a personal account of the impact to your area, as well as learn more about the stream restoration project underway. If you're open, can you email me at dominic.taverniti at gmail dotcom. Thanks so much and I look forward to connecting.
Thanks for the areal views. I'm from Elkin N.C. and have people from Thunder Ridge at The Station on The Blueridge Pkwy. to Lake Wylie S.C. All of them are on river channels.
What happened in WNC has been a shock for so many of us. As a North Carolinian, the mountains have always seemed like the best place to be in the event of a 'great flood' to me. I've had dreams of selling my 3 acres and moving there one day. I currently live in the Piedmont area between Chapel Hill and Pittsboro. I'm on a ridge and higher than many of my neighbors. However I'm directly across from the Haw River. We experienced significant flooding about a week or so prior to Helene that caused trees on my property to fall, and it also caused the Haw to rise extremely high. Even though I'm on a ridge, my property became saturated and water logged. I no longer see the mountains, or my own property as safe from any natural disaster, including flooding. I can't even imagine losing everything, including loved ones, as so many have in Appalachia. My heart breaks for all those affected.
This was beyond what anyone had imagined. We had significant flooding in 2004 (prior to my arrival) when a storm stalled on the mountains, held in place by two whether systems. The streams and rivers jumped there banks and took out many homes. But this was exponentially more devastating than that storm. True that there is no perfect place that's protected from all the elements. After watching some really great reporting from some geologist (especially @TheGeoModels - check out this video ruclips.net/video/PBsUAsjkzp8/видео.htmlsi=QNjBo_1RsYGuEmDs), it's opened my eyes to selecting ideal home sites in the mountains. And despite everything that this storm brought, I personally haven't considered leaving, even once. Don't cross it off your list just yet. Or at least come visit us soon.
GREAT !! job.X 2 Sir , you gave a Awesome Informative look. We are so sorry what happened there . We have been praying Sometime with tears for the whole areas and Families that Lost Loved Ones. It will take time to grieve Many of US Grieve also with You Resilient That's what we have been praying over you in your Area for all peoples there Father GOD Please Help & Give them Wisdom on How to Bu ild Back Better Higher .I enjoy your videos This tell the Story so many ask about YOu Video`s take uS with YOu or Bring US there,
We don’t always understand God’s perfect plan, but He’s in control. This event will have long lasting effects on our area, and so many are suffering right now. Pray for those in need and especially those that need to find Christ.
Great to see! The scouring that has taken place all over is very interesting. I’d love to see the Swannanoa river in the Warren Wilson area. I’ve heard it’s changed course there. I used to hike a lot around there. It’s weird because even when you see what’s happened, when you’re standing there looking at it, it’s incomprehensible. Take care and thank you.
Thank so much for the comment. I'll be filming at Warren Wilson and Bee Tree this week. I've very curious about this area as well. I look forward to providing some footage and insight shortly.
I do wish that someone could fly over the neighbors who lived along Flat Creek off of Morgan Hill Road. You were so close! We had a mess in 2004 for the "100 yr flood". Thankful we were not living down there now.
Ok, forever resident here. I've been to the "swimming hole" a few times. I am unsure, but I think you stopped before the actual swimming hole started. At the top of the "swimming hole" was a jumble of rocks, we can call this the first level. Those rocks created a nice little waterfall. Then the "second level," was almost perfectly flat, about the size of a football field. Sheer rocks on on one side, and 'woods' on the other. After crossing this incredible flat spot, (honest it always blew me away), the river goes off a 30 foot drop. Hard to get to but worth the effort. I have only been there via NC9. I have not been there by the route you took, so I am a bit unsure, but I think you stopped filming before you actually got to the falls. And I hear the noise of the river increasing, right about where you go to the landslide. And have never been in through that way, although I knew it existed. You have done a fantastic job, and I appreciate all of your efforts. And I also realize that the "second level flat spot" could be covered in rocks and the "First Level' could be totally gone. Those waterfalls might have boulders and tree debris, but they would have to be there. But I so appreciate you for all of this. GOOD job!! Thank you much!~
@thrisamurphy7934 - thank you so much for sharing your personal knowledge of the area. Based your description, I think you’re right and I never flew far enough to reach the swimming hole. The slope of the river that I filmed is very gentle and consistent. The levels that you described would not have been significantly affected by the flood, since they’re either bedrock or rock shelves over 30ft thick. Again, very helpful- thank you!
I live up in Avery County. Flooding was horrible up here also. What amazes me is the big rivers seem to have been washed clear of rocks and sand leaving behind the bedrock. I've seen that in video after video. That has to be a sign of biblical flooding. Yes you do still see some rock, but it seems most of it located along the edges and not in the middle like it use to be. Just a tremendous amount of flat bedrock.
Absolutely! That's what jumped out to me when driving down Hwy 9 and the Broad River. It's been returned to bedrock almost it's entire length. It does put Noah's flood front and center. As for signs, we were treated to an amazing rainbow here in Black Mountain on Oct 1st.
Dominic, there are several homeowners who are anxious to see Cascada Vista Drive in Chimney Rock. It is a gated steep slope development on the north side of the river in between Bat Cave and Chimney Rock. Two homes are on this road and a water tower for Chimney Rock is at the top end of the road. We have no idea if there is access yet via roadway from Bat Cave, but you may be able to get your drone close enough? Thanks for considering, Phil (FYI, I sold my house off Old Fort Road and a lot in Chimney Rock several years ago. I saw landslides in the big rain of 2018…it was a warning I took to heart. I also feel somewhat guilty for not having to now share the pain. Trying to help my friends up there).
Phil - Thanks for sharing this. I'll look into it today to see if I can get close enough. I may be able to get on a work crew in the area and film while I'm down there. The topography really limits the range of the drone, I can't go over or behind any mountains before loosing signal. I'll drop you update here if I'm able to get any information or capture any footage.
@@DominicTaverniti Domimic, many thanks and I understand completely. I am told there may be some limited access into Chimney Rock from Bat Cave now but I have no idea if Hwy9 is open all the way to Bat Cave coming from Black Mountain. Thank you so much for the drone updates...it is VERY helpful. It is so painful to see all the destruction. I have driven Hwy9 literally hundreds of times. So sad. Phil
Phil - I wasn't able to make it there today. But this guy Mark is making GREAT videos. I've linked to the section his video published today, where Cascada Vista Dr is shown. The view of the homes isn't very close up, but its something. ruclips.net/video/_3WwtTPn7zY/видео.htmlsi=2o9C3dsGLnAbSFu3&t=422 Two large slides can be seen to the left of the development, but Cascada appears to be intact. It's difficult to see really well. If you are in contact with the home owners and they would like a closer look, or even home inspection, reach back out and I can look into making definite arrangements.
@@DominicTaverniti Dominic, thanks! Yes. I have been following Mark Honeycutt's videos as well and did see Cascada Vista several times in his recent video. Hard to believe he was hiking along the rim of the north side of the gorge! Good news is that both houses are intact, with one sustaining fallen trees over the rear deck and garage. The other house further up the hill at the very base of the "cliff" was less visible, but clearly intact. Many thanks for your attention to this Dominic. My very best of good luck to you and all my friends up in the most beautiful mountains in the world. Phil
E.TN here....Ft. Loudoun Dam....you said waters clearing...how long do you figure it'll take to get to Ft. Loudoun Dam area...cause it''s very, very muddy, smelly, here? Your footage is wonderful! Thanks!
Great question. I had to look up Ft. Loudoun Dam. Your quit a ways away from us there near Knoxville. But all of this water and debris will be flowing down stream. I'm not informed enough to say how long it will take. I can say that even now, almost one month after the storm, the water in the reservoir near me in Black Mountain is still turned up and full of sediment. Add in all the watersheds that feed your direction, and I'd have to guess it'll be some time.
Thanks. Have you investigated the condition of the North Fork Reservoir, dam and spillway fusegates? Comment by the city water res Manager in interviews.. 'functioned as designed' is an odd response IMO .. so I have been looking into this.
Does anybody pan for gold out there? If so, right now would be a good time for it. Usually it can be found in the exposed bed rock. I'm hoping and praying for you guys to get the roadways and bridges rebuilt. The community needs to be reconnected asap.
Yes, some do. I was thinking the same thing. I lived in California for a while and recall stories of gold getting exposed during heavy rain events. One great story was when a huge nugget was left in the middle of the road after the water subsided, in the Grass Valley area I think.
Rivers have changed their banks and the scope of their Reach during Flood stage still in effect, Roads are washed out, Many places lack Electric or Potable Water, Wildlife has been displaced, Pets that were abandoned or left behind will need to be addressed as people rebuild their Lives, Their Businesses and Future after the Storm. Now is the Time to Lift others Up, To Volunteer your Time, to work with local area Churches to distribute the In Kind Gifts that are almost impossible for Red Cross and others to inventory & Distribute. Most of all be Respectful Patient and Kind. Many more then revealed have lost their Lives or Loved Ones. Do Not Make this some Partisan Political Platform to spew Partisan Hate, if you don't like the Way Government is Run Vote to Change who Leads us, if you Like how things are going, Vote for more of the same but stop telling others they are immoral or stupid for Voting Their Conscious
@homegrownson - I would add that an event like this should be a reminder (or wake up call) that we are responsible for ourselves. The community, neighbors, churches, charity organizations, and yes - the government, have a critical role in providing support and lifting others up...but we should take responsibility to prepare ourselves the best we can before an event like this. Those that lost their entire home and land, could do little to prepare for this level of disaster. But 99% of everyone else that didn't have foodstores, water, flash lights, and first aid were helpless and didn't need to be. If this event was more widespread than it was, then the volume and timing of outside help would have taken much longer, or may never have come at all. I think the government side of this could have been run much better, but I also don't want our society to hand over our own responsibilities, powers and freedoms to a bureaucracy to be taken care of.
Thanks so much for your interest in seeing North Carolina's rapid recovery from this devastating storm. Please consider supporting the ongoing production of this documentation series and participating in direct donations to those impacted, by giving to my GoFundMe campaign "See the Affect" at www.gofundme.com/f/see-the-affect
In response to the many requests for ways to give, and to provide direct visibility of your contributions being deployed, the use of funds will be highlighted on this channel. Please join me in having a positive affect on WNC communities and stay engaged as we chronicle our recovery.
Dominic, thank you for this video. I am the owner/controller of the falls and fields up to Flat Creek. We have not been to the cabin yet as the bridge was washed out. The neighbors just put in the river crossing. In the gorge I can see some car size boulders moved and some of the bedrock scoured. Below the falls near the landslide there is actually less debris than before the flood. The real damage is above the falls... the river and fields. Luckily, there was a location to put in a culvert river crossing and the neighbors installed it a few days ago so the trapped community could access Hwy 9. My background is in stream and wetland ecology, and I thought I was retired but guess not. Most of the property is in a conservation easement NPO. I will be collecting donations to start the river and stream restorations. Thanks again for the video.
@michaelsandefur5683 - Thank you for sharing your insight. This is such an interesting area where Flat Creek joins and then the topography tightens up into the gorge. Did you happen to get any footage while the water was high?
I guess with a background like that, it's tough to stay in retirement after an event like this. I'm sure you'll make an enormous contribution to the community with your depth of knowledge.
If/when you have a destination for donations, please share it and I'll do my best to pass it along. I can pin a comment to this video with a link.
Again, thanks so much.
Michael - I'd love to come chat with you, get your perspective as an ecologist, and highlight the steam restoration project you're undertaking there. Can you reach out to me directly at dominic.taverniti at gmail dotcom?
Thank you for allowing the community to use your property to enjoy nature in the summer, hope you and your family are well!
Dominic... We were blessed to be the stewards of this remarkable property in NC 10 years ago. So I know this section of the Rocky Broad River gorge well. Have hiked just about every inch of the property and gorge for many years.
Thank you for shooting this drone video and thank you for your very informative narrative of what occurred during this most catastrophic event.
What I noticed in the video is much of the rock banks and riverbed through the gorge were absolutely scoured of all vegetation from the sheer volume and force of the water traveling through the gorge. Much of the sediment in the gorge was swept downstream exposing more of the rock and boulders throughout the gorge. Some of the rock and boulders have moved in this area. It is absolutely unimaginable the volume of water that rushed through that area concentrated by the forced narrowness of the ravine of Rocky Broad River.
My heart breaks for all in WNC who have had to endure the wrath of Helene. Have shed many tears for those who have lost so much. Just never imagined this beautiful mountain area would suffer so much from an event like this. It has truly been a shock for so many of us.
Thanks so much for sharing. A common weekend pastime for our family has been to head down to Lake Lure, the Broad along Chimney Rock, or Straight Away Cafe. The force of the river through this area is just hard to wrap your mind around. It’s truly heart breaking to see the community suffering to such an extent. It’ll continue to change lives for many years to come.
Dominic... My husband and I are the stewards of this great 200 acre property that has 4 beautiful waterfalls that God blessed us with. Thanks again for this video and narrative of the area. At 5:22 the pointer is on a very large boulder in the middle of the Rocky Broad River that we call "Toad Rock". It looks like a huge toad getting ready to jump out of the river.
At 5:33 the pointer is over what we and many locals know as the "Swimming Hole". Beyond that is an area we call "The Boulder Garden", where the landslide occurred. It's a large collection of huge boulders and rocks below what we call falls #4 and the swimming hole. At 6:15 you are panning over falls #4, the swimming hole and the boulder garden. Again thanks for the drone video. You did a great job!
April - Thanks so much for sharing! Your husband Michael left a great comment recently that I replied to - perhaps he hasn't seen it yet. I would love to come down and hear a personal account of the impact to your area, as well as learn more about the stream restoration project underway. If you're open, can you email me at dominic.taverniti at gmail dotcom. Thanks so much and I look forward to connecting.
Thanks for the areal views. I'm from Elkin N.C. and have people from Thunder Ridge at The Station on The Blueridge Pkwy. to Lake Wylie S.C. All of them are on river channels.
Thanks for including the map view for people who don’t know the area. Sad to see so much destruction along the river.
What happened in WNC has been a shock for so many of us. As a North Carolinian, the mountains have always seemed like the best place to be in the event of a 'great flood' to me. I've had dreams of selling my 3 acres and moving there one day. I currently live in the Piedmont area between Chapel Hill and Pittsboro. I'm on a ridge and higher than many of my neighbors. However I'm directly across from the Haw River. We experienced significant flooding about a week or so prior to Helene that caused trees on my property to fall, and it also caused the Haw to rise extremely high. Even though I'm on a ridge, my property became saturated and water logged. I no longer see the mountains, or my own property as safe from any natural disaster, including flooding. I can't even imagine losing everything, including loved ones, as so many have in Appalachia. My heart breaks for all those affected.
This was beyond what anyone had imagined. We had significant flooding in 2004 (prior to my arrival) when a storm stalled on the mountains, held in place by two whether systems. The streams and rivers jumped there banks and took out many homes. But this was exponentially more devastating than that storm. True that there is no perfect place that's protected from all the elements. After watching some really great reporting from some geologist (especially @TheGeoModels - check out this video ruclips.net/video/PBsUAsjkzp8/видео.htmlsi=QNjBo_1RsYGuEmDs), it's opened my eyes to selecting ideal home sites in the mountains. And despite everything that this storm brought, I personally haven't considered leaving, even once. Don't cross it off your list just yet. Or at least come visit us soon.
I've always thought the same way, and am now reconsidering that logic.
GREAT !! job.X 2 Sir , you gave a Awesome Informative look. We are so sorry what happened there . We have been praying Sometime with tears for the whole areas and Families that Lost Loved Ones. It will take time to grieve Many of US Grieve also with You Resilient That's what we have been praying over you in your Area for all peoples there Father GOD Please Help & Give them Wisdom on How to Bu ild Back Better Higher .I enjoy your videos This tell the Story so many ask about YOu Video`s take uS with YOu or Bring US there,
We don’t always understand God’s perfect plan, but He’s in control. This event will have long lasting effects on our area, and so many are suffering right now. Pray for those in need and especially those that need to find Christ.
Great to see! The scouring that has taken place all over is very interesting. I’d love to see the Swannanoa river in the Warren Wilson area. I’ve heard it’s changed course there. I used to hike a lot around there. It’s weird because even when you see what’s happened, when you’re standing there looking at it, it’s incomprehensible. Take care and thank you.
Thank so much for the comment. I'll be filming at Warren Wilson and Bee Tree this week. I've very curious about this area as well. I look forward to providing some footage and insight shortly.
@@DominicTaverniti thank you very much. Please be safe.
Thank you!
I do wish that someone could fly over the neighbors who lived along Flat Creek off of Morgan Hill Road. You were so close! We had a mess in 2004 for the "100 yr flood". Thankful we were not living down there now.
Thank you for sharing all of these. Would love to see the Fairview area.
Ok, forever resident here. I've been to the "swimming hole" a few times. I am unsure, but I think you stopped before the actual swimming hole started. At the top of the "swimming hole" was a jumble of rocks, we can call this the first level. Those rocks created a nice little waterfall. Then the "second level," was almost perfectly flat, about the size of a football field. Sheer rocks on on one side, and 'woods' on the other. After crossing this incredible flat spot, (honest it always blew me away), the river goes off a 30 foot drop. Hard to get to but worth the effort. I have only been there via NC9. I have not been there by the route you took, so I am a bit unsure, but I think you stopped filming before you actually got to the falls. And I hear the noise of the river increasing, right about where you go to the landslide. And have never been in through that way, although I knew it existed. You have done a fantastic job, and I appreciate all of your efforts.
And I also realize that the "second level flat spot" could be covered in rocks and the "First Level' could be totally gone. Those waterfalls might have boulders and tree debris, but they would have to be there.
But I so appreciate you for all of this. GOOD job!! Thank you much!~
@thrisamurphy7934 - thank you so much for sharing your personal knowledge of the area. Based your description, I think you’re right and I never flew far enough to reach the swimming hole. The slope of the river that I filmed is very gentle and consistent. The levels that you described would not have been significantly affected by the flood, since they’re either bedrock or rock shelves over 30ft thick. Again, very helpful- thank you!
The swimming hole is still there before you get to the landslide
@@michaelsandefur5683 Oh my, I looked again, and yes, you are correct.
I live up in Avery County. Flooding was horrible up here also. What amazes me is the big rivers seem to have been washed clear of rocks and sand leaving behind the bedrock. I've seen that in video after video. That has to be a sign of biblical flooding. Yes you do still see some rock, but it seems most of it located along the edges and not in the middle like it use to be. Just a tremendous amount of flat bedrock.
Absolutely! That's what jumped out to me when driving down Hwy 9 and the Broad River. It's been returned to bedrock almost it's entire length. It does put Noah's flood front and center. As for signs, we were treated to an amazing rainbow here in Black Mountain on Oct 1st.
Dominic, there are several homeowners who are anxious to see Cascada Vista Drive in Chimney Rock. It is a gated steep slope development on the north side of the river in between Bat Cave and Chimney Rock. Two homes are on this road and a water tower for Chimney Rock is at the top end of the road. We have no idea if there is access yet via roadway from Bat Cave, but you may be able to get your drone close enough? Thanks for considering, Phil (FYI, I sold my house off Old Fort Road and a lot in Chimney Rock several years ago. I saw landslides in the big rain of 2018…it was a warning I took to heart. I also feel somewhat guilty for not having to now share the pain. Trying to help my friends up there).
Phil - Thanks for sharing this. I'll look into it today to see if I can get close enough. I may be able to get on a work crew in the area and film while I'm down there. The topography really limits the range of the drone, I can't go over or behind any mountains before loosing signal. I'll drop you update here if I'm able to get any information or capture any footage.
@@DominicTaverniti Domimic, many thanks and I understand completely. I am told there may be some limited access into Chimney Rock from Bat Cave now but I have no idea if Hwy9 is open all the way to Bat Cave coming from Black Mountain. Thank you so much for the drone updates...it is VERY helpful. It is so painful to see all the destruction. I have driven Hwy9 literally hundreds of times. So sad. Phil
Phil - I wasn't able to make it there today. But this guy Mark is making GREAT videos. I've linked to the section his video published today, where Cascada Vista Dr is shown. The view of the homes isn't very close up, but its something. ruclips.net/video/_3WwtTPn7zY/видео.htmlsi=2o9C3dsGLnAbSFu3&t=422
Two large slides can be seen to the left of the development, but Cascada appears to be intact. It's difficult to see really well.
If you are in contact with the home owners and they would like a closer look, or even home inspection, reach back out and I can look into making definite arrangements.
@@DominicTaverniti Dominic, thanks! Yes. I have been following Mark Honeycutt's videos as well and did see Cascada Vista several times in his recent video. Hard to believe he was hiking along the rim of the north side of the gorge! Good news is that both houses are intact, with one sustaining fallen trees over the rear deck and garage. The other house further up the hill at the very base of the "cliff" was less visible, but clearly intact. Many thanks for your attention to this Dominic. My very best of good luck to you and all my friends up in the most beautiful mountains in the world. Phil
@@psterdactyl7253 The Hwy 9 stretch just before you get to Bat Cave is gone.
Greyrock, and Rock Creek rd?
E.TN here....Ft. Loudoun Dam....you said waters clearing...how long do you figure it'll take to get to Ft. Loudoun Dam area...cause it''s very, very muddy, smelly, here? Your footage is wonderful! Thanks!
Great question. I had to look up Ft. Loudoun Dam. Your quit a ways away from us there near Knoxville. But all of this water and debris will be flowing down stream. I'm not informed enough to say how long it will take. I can say that even now, almost one month after the storm, the water in the reservoir near me in Black Mountain is still turned up and full of sediment. Add in all the watersheds that feed your direction, and I'd have to guess it'll be some time.
Hello, do you happen to have anything for Union Mills, thermal city. Second Broad River Hwy 221… Thank you (oct 24, 2024)
Thanks. Have you investigated the condition of the North Fork Reservoir, dam and spillway fusegates? Comment by the city water res Manager in interviews.. 'functioned as designed' is an odd response IMO .. so I have been looking into this.
Just posting the link again to to the North Fork Reservoir, in case you miss my reply to your other comment: ruclips.net/video/1ueZCH6IqDc/видео.html
Friend is driving to Silverados in Black Mountain com8ng from Ohio. What is the safest roads to use to get there?
Sorry I missed your comment earlier. At this point, they can simply follow map directions. All major roads are open (or accurately updated).
Does anybody pan for gold out there? If so, right now would be a good time for it. Usually it can be found in the exposed bed rock. I'm hoping and praying for you guys to get the roadways and bridges rebuilt. The community needs to be reconnected asap.
Yes, some do. I was thinking the same thing. I lived in California for a while and recall stories of gold getting exposed during heavy rain events. One great story was when a huge nugget was left in the middle of the road after the water subsided, in the Grass Valley area I think.
Rivers have changed their banks and the scope of their Reach during Flood stage still in effect, Roads are washed out, Many places lack Electric or Potable Water, Wildlife has been displaced, Pets that were abandoned or left behind will need to be addressed as people rebuild their Lives, Their Businesses and Future after the Storm. Now is the Time to Lift others Up, To Volunteer your Time, to work with local area Churches to distribute the In Kind Gifts that are almost impossible for Red Cross and others to inventory & Distribute. Most of all be Respectful Patient and Kind. Many more then revealed have lost their Lives or Loved Ones. Do Not Make this some Partisan Political Platform to spew Partisan Hate, if you don't like the Way Government is Run Vote to Change who Leads us, if you Like how things are going, Vote for more of the same but stop telling others they are immoral or stupid for Voting Their Conscious
@homegrownson - I would add that an event like this should be a reminder (or wake up call) that we are responsible for ourselves. The community, neighbors, churches, charity organizations, and yes - the government, have a critical role in providing support and lifting others up...but we should take responsibility to prepare ourselves the best we can before an event like this. Those that lost their entire home and land, could do little to prepare for this level of disaster. But 99% of everyone else that didn't have foodstores, water, flash lights, and first aid were helpless and didn't need to be. If this event was more widespread than it was, then the volume and timing of outside help would have taken much longer, or may never have come at all. I think the government side of this could have been run much better, but I also don't want our society to hand over our own responsibilities, powers and freedoms to a bureaucracy to be taken care of.