www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2023-10-26 09:28:50

SUMMARY: Madison County officials provided an update on their plans to address flooding in the county, particularly in the city of Canton. After flooding in 2022 damaged homes and businesses, a five-year plan was developed to tackle the issue. Engineers identified 42 drainage problem areas, including seven in Canton. Planning began in December, and the design phase is expected to start within the next seven months. The options considered to mitigate flooding include building flood prevention structures, constructing wide channels to remove water faster, or eliminating the risk altogether. The project may also include the development of a recreation park around a new water retention area. The timeframe for completion is a concern for residents, but engineers assure that they are working aggressively to expedite the process. Environmental surveys are underway, and there may be a need to buy out some homes to complete the project. The County Supervisor mentioned previous instances of home buyouts in Canton due to flooding concerns. The project has received 23.5 million dollars in federal funding.

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