Contractors supporting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers remove sediment from Lake Lure and the Broad River to restore navigability in support of Hurricane Helene recovery operations in Western North Carolina, April 2, 2025. Using heavy equipment such as excavators and rock trucks, crews are creating a passable waterway for barges to access and remove submerged debris. This sediment removal effort is a key step toward restoring safe conditions for the local community and facilitating long-term recovery. (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers photo by Michael Davis)
| Date Taken: | 04.02.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 04.04.2025 10:08 |
| Photo ID: | 8953701 |
| VIRIN: | 250402-A-US975-4025 |
| Resolution: | 7008x4672 |
| Size: | 5.49 MB |
| Location: | LAKE LURE, NORTH CAROLINA, US |
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