Rivers below Douglas, Watauga dams flood
Tennessee flooding map shows towns, dams and rivers impacted by Hurricane Helene
East Tennessee and its mountainous terrain are a maze of rivers controlled by dams. Floods from Hurricane Helene tore through them and caused massive destruction as the water brought down roads and bridges,
Rivers below Douglas, Watauga dams flood as TVA moves Helene water: 'Like the ocean'
The towns of Boyd's Creek, Kimberlin Heights, Kodak, Sevierville and Seymour were at particular risk of flooding from the French Broad River. At the flooded Deerfield Mobile Home Park, the county EMA is allowing residents to return to gather their belongings. Residents must check in and out with law enforcement officials on site, Ayres said.
Record release at Douglas Dam as TVA works to prevent more flooding
The TVA shares current lake levels on its website at tva.com. Elevated releases are expected to continue over the next several days to recover flood storage if needed, particularly in areas like the Douglas watershed. In addition, the Tailwater Campground at Douglas is closed due to storm damage.
Water Around Tennessee Dam Receding After Heavy Rain From Helene
The authorities were evacuating people downstream from the Nolichucky Dam, warning that a breach could cause deadly flooding.
TVA: Douglas Dam sets water flow record to control Hurricane Helene floods
More water than ever is hurtling through Douglas Dam as TVA sends Helene's aftermath down through the Tennessee River.
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Douglas and Watauga dams releasing increased volumes of water; Tennessee River area not expected to reach flood stage
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The NWS issued a flood warning for Knox and Sevier counties in East Tennessee due to Douglas Dam floodgate release.
Tennessee Valley Authority assesses dams in wake of Hurricane Helene
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