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Milton Residents Uneasy Over Upcoming Floodwall Project

2/21/2025

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Residents of Milton, W.Va., are anxious about a proposed floodwall along the Mud River, highlighted in a recent U.S. Army Corps of Engineers meeting. With construction slated for 2027, project manager Brian Lowe stressed the pressing need to combat frequent flooding while ensuring community concerns are heard and addressed.

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Story summary

Residents of Milton, W.Va., are anxious about a proposed floodwall along the Mud River, highlighted in a recent U.S. Army Corps of Engineers meeting. With construction slated for 2027, project manager Brian Lowe stressed the pressing need to combat frequent flooding while ensuring community concerns are heard and addressed.