PISGAH NATIONAL FOREST (WLOS) — The U.S. Forest Service has announced that a team of engineers, hydrologists, foresters and biologists has developed a plan to help reduce flood risks.
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According to a social media post, the plan is to help reduce flood risks in the Appalachian Ranger District of the Pisgah National Forest.
The Forest Service says that a large debris pile in the Walker Creek floodplain has threatened downstream structures and homes if water levels rise as they did during Hurricane Helene.
According to the post, the team worked with contractors to help spread woody debris in areas less likely to move downstream and cause damage.
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The Forest Service says the woody material will help stabilize streambanks, as well as provide nutrients for aquatic organisms in streams that are naturally low in nutrients.