Floyd County leaders vote to remove Blackiston Mill Dam after failure, but future of bridge unclear
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The dam’s collapse redirected the water’s course, forcefully eroding the embankment and compromising the stability of a vital bridge.
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Before any vehicles can traverse the bridge, Floyd County must undertake a crucial two-step process. First, the county needs to remove what remains of the dam—a task that is expected to take several months.
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