The Federal Flood Risk Management Standard: Protecting lives, property, and the Environment:
Let’s Protect Our Critical Infrastructure Investments
It was just five years ago when an incredible amount of rain forced the Cumberland River out of its banks and into Clarksville’s downtown area. Many businesses and homes suffered many millions of dollars in damages, and the Clarksville Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) was severely damaged.
The flood damage forced the construction of a new waste water treatment plant. Each month now, Clarksville Gas and Water customers are reminded of the terrible 2010 floods when they pay an increased rate on their monthly bill that goes to help retire the debt on the new facility. Lessons were learned from the 2010 floods, and the new WWTP was hardened against flooding and moved to a higher level. For the full article click here
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