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Richmond floodwall closes for the first time since 2020

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Richmond closed the Dock Street floodwall on Monday as a result of heavy rainfall, to prevent against flooding.Dock Street will be closed between 17th and 21st street in Shockoe Bottom. This marks the first time since 2020 that the floodwall has been closed for a water event — the floodwalls are closed annually for testing and maintenance.A look at Pony Pasture in Richmond on Monday morning. (Graham Moomaw/The Richmonder)In addition to heavy rai…

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CHESAPEAKE BAY MAGAZINE

Amid Multiple Winter Storms, Flooding Prompts Richmond to Close Floodwall for First Time in Five Years

A wave of winter storms is taking its toll on the Chesapeake Bay region, from Source The post Amid Multiple Winter Storms, Flooding Prompts Richmond to Close Floodwall for First Time in Five Years appeared first on Chesapeake Bay Magazine.

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