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Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Scottsboro, Alabama March 12, 2019 - Road Damage Due to Flooding - Cost Estimates Greater Than Initially Reported

Jackson County Courthouse, north side photo by G. Morgan

Serious problem within Jackson County regarding damage of county roads and money available to repair county roadways as a result of flooding.

Interview with the Jackson County Chair and Administrator today reveals the extent of road damage post flood, more damage is occurring. Initial estimate reflected $2 million to $3 million dollars for roads flood damage repair.

Current road damage estimates due to flooding, and associated damage, at this time are stated to be in excess of $7 million dollars, up to $10 million dollars is possible according to the Chair of the Jackson County Commission; the damage amount may increase as more damage evaluations and estimates are received.

VIDEO from the March 4, 2019 County Commission Work Session Regarding Roads


More on todays meeting will be revealed at weeks end.

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