"An area closure is in effect at the lake, and violations of this closure can result in fines. While the lake's levels are restored, Price Lake remains closed, according to a National Park Service press statement. The dam used to regulate the lake’s water levels was damaged in the storm, and the lake emptied. The popular boating, fishing and camping spot at Milepost 296.7 just north of Grandfather Mountain in Watauga County on the parkway, closed after Fred. Price Lake remains closed while repairs to the dam continue. The biggest needs are to complete assessments and then work on a long term plan for recovery of damaged areas," he said. "That damage assessment and closing off dangerous areas has been the primary focus so far. Volunteer organizations are helping to assess certain areas – particularly trails. Forest Service has an incident management team in place with many national forest employees working to assess the extent of the damage, Eling said. "Some trails in the region have experienced major erosion, downed trees and many bridges are washed out," Eling said, meaning that travelers should be flexible with their plans. Think carefully before you tube or do other water recreation at this time," he said. "Water can be running fast, high, and certain dangers, such as log jams, can’t be seen until it is too late. The Pisgah National Forest and the adjacent Nantahala National Forest cover about 1.1 million acres of land and are two of the most visited national forests in the country.Įling advised visitors use caution near rivers and creeks in the area. Ten campgrounds, hiking trails and roads within the Pisgah Ranger District, which encompasses heavy hit areas in Transylvania near Brevard, are closed until further notice, including the Art Loeb Trailhead, Camp Daniel Boone, Looking Glass Falls staircase, Sycamore Flats Picnic Area, Davidson River Road, along with the Setzer Fish Hatchery and Pilot Mountain Road. Still, many outdoor trail and recreation areas and swimming spots across the region never recovered from the soaking they received two weeks ago from Tropical Depression Fred - the heaviest rain fall the area had seen in half a century - and will remain closed through Labor Day.īlue Ridge Parkway closures: Alternate routes needed as Fred dumps rain, downs trees Hurricane Ida dropped less rain than expected across Western North Carolina - between 0.5 and 3 inches in parts of Buncombe and Haywood counties, and 6 inches in Transylvania County. Planning an outdoor adventure for Labor Day weekend? Check on conditions before heading out.
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