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Residents press county over Cove Creek flooding and dirt roads; board votes to send letters to state and federal officials
Summary
Residents described creek erosion and flooded properties; the board voted to send formal letters to Morgan Griffith, Terry Kilgore, Tom Gillian and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers asking for action and notification about project eligibility.
Multiple residents raised concerns about erosion, blocked creeks and road damage in Cove Creek and other areas during public comment. Speakers described washed-out banks, large trees in streambeds and houses threatened by repeated flooding. One resident said the creek had been filled with rock and "there's virtually no banks there," and urged county follow-up.
Following those comments the board discussed eligibility of projects with NRCS and federal agencies. The chair moved, and the board approved, a motion to send formal letters to Morgan Griffith, Terry Kilgore, Tom Gillian and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to ensure those agencies are aware of the projects and the county's desire for review and assistance. The motion was seconded and adopted by voice vote.
Officials said some projects were moved from ineligible to eligible status and are awaiting final review from national offices; staff said they would notify residents once they receive confirmation of final eligibility.
