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Commissioners authorize county barricade at Old Hebron Road after complaints about overnight visitors
Summary
Following resident complaints about people camping and accessing private boats, the board authorized placement of a county barricade on Old Hebron Road and praised deputies who have been handling calls there.
After repeated resident complaints that people were spending nights on the shore near Old Hebron Road and boarding private boats, the Hart County Board voted 5‑0 on July 22 to place a county barricade at the access point.
Commissioners discussed options that included barricading the site, abandoning the strip of road and transferring the property to adjacent owners, or placing signage. The sheriff’s office deputy who had responded to incidents was commended by commissioners for professional handling of calls. Several commissioners said abandoning the strip could create a private‑property outcome that would allow trespass enforcement, but they directed staff to put a visible county barricade in place first.
What was discussed: Complaints included unauthorized occupants, trespass and late‑night visits; residents asked for visible action. Commissioners noted barricades are sometimes bypassed and that abandoning the segment could carry title/real‑property consequences. The board chose the barricade as an immediate remedy and voted to install it.
Next steps: Public Works will place the county barricade; commissioners said deputies will continue to respond to calls. Staff will bring any further recommendations about abandonment or right‑of‑way to a future meeting if needed.
