Greenville Plans Reedy River Debris Removal Project Following Hurricane Helene
The city of Greenville plans to remove approximately 25,000 cubic yards of trees and vegetative debris from the Reedy River. This material fell into the river after Hurricane Helene and increases flood risk. The debris removal work, funded by a…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, September 16, 2026 —
The city of Greenville has announced plans to undertake a significant debris removal operation along the Reedy River. The project aims to clear approximately 25,000 cubic yards of trees and vegetative material that accumulated in the waterway following Hurricane Helene.
Officials stated that the debris poses an increased flood risk to the area. The removal work is scheduled to commence on September 17. The scope of the operation will cover the section of the Reedy River situated between Falls Park and Mauldin Road.
Funding for this initiative has been secured through a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The duration of the project is estimated to be between five to six weeks. The specific contractor responsible for carrying out the removal work was not provided. The city anticipates that clearing this substantial volume of debris will help mitigate potential flooding issues and improve the river’s condition.
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