Clarksburg, WV – February 16, 2024 – Colonel Nicholas Melin, Commander of the Pittsburgh District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will visit Clarksburg, WV on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024, to sign a Feasibility Cost Share Agreement (FCSA) with the City of Clarksburg. This agreement marks a significant opportunity to address potential streambank stabilization issues on the West Fork River along Liberty Avenue.
The signing ceremony, scheduled for 11:00 AM in the City Council Chambers, signifies the collaborative effort between the City and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to assess the long-term stability of the riverbank. Concerns arose during the planning and construction of pile walls along Liberty Avenue during a slip repair in 2023, providing an opportunity for City Engineer Tom Brown and Army Corps representatives to identify additional areas requiring further evaluation.
“This agreement opens the door to a comprehensive feasibility study,” said Tiffany Fell, Clarksburg’s City Manager. “The study will identify potential risks and determine the most effective strategies to protect our community and infrastructure from future erosion.”
The feasibility study will delve into the specific needs of the project, including:
- Identifying areas susceptible to destabilization
- Determining the scope and type of work required for long-term stability
- Estimating the associated costs of potential solutions
The public is invited to attend the signing ceremony on Tuesday, February 20th, at 11:00 AM in the City Council Chambers at 222 W. Pike Street, Clarksburg, WV. This event represents an important step toward securing the future of Clarksburg’s West Fork River and protecting the surrounding community.