ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Did you know there are more than 35 native fish species missing or blocked from parts of the French Broad River due to historical dams?
The Dam Slam and Fish Parade in Asheville highlighted that tidbit from Conserving Carolina and raised awareness about the benefits of removing dams from the French Broad River.
2 FISH SPECIES FOUND UPSTREAM FROM HELENE-WASHED-OUT DAM FOR 1ST TIME IN OVER A CENTURY
OCT. 17, 2026 – Moments from an Asheville event raising awareness about the benefits of removing dams from the French Broad River. (Photo credit: WLOS Staff)
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There were fish-themed music and crafts.
Local artist Spencer Beals organized the art project. He’s also taking part in the effort striving to save the 45-acre urban forest on University North Carolina Asheville’s South Campus.