03/25/2026
๐ Did You Know? ๐
Have you ever wondered where the funding for our river cleanout projects comes from?
Our river and stream debris removal efforts are funded through the State of North Carolina. These funds are typically allocated to local Soil & Water Conservation Districts to help improve water quality, reduce flooding risks, and keep our waterways flowing properly.
This year, however, we did not receive funding for river cleanout projects. Due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene, available state funds were directed to counties in western North Carolina that experienced significant storm damage. While we understand the need to support those areas, it does mean we are unable to complete cleanout work locally at this time.
We also want to share how our cleanout process works when funding is available. Our district follows a rotating system, working through different sections of our waterways over time. Think of it as a cycleโwe may clean Section 1, then move on to several other sections (sometimes 5โ10 or more), before eventually returning to Section 1 again. This approach helps us cover as much area as possible in a fair and organized way.
We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we remain committed to maintaining and improving our local waterways as funding becomes available again.
If you have questions or concerns about a specific area, feel free to reach outโwe may be able to help depending on available funding. ๐ง
