Waterfalls and erosion - Ask Extension
We live in Elk Creek and are the fortunate owners of Flag Pond Falls aka Benkelman's Falls.
In about 1960, my dad built a picturesque retaining wa...
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Waterfalls and erosion #277145
Asked September 10, 2015, 1:03 PM EDT
We live in Elk Creek and are the fortunate owners of Flag Pond Falls aka Benkelman's Falls.
In about 1960, my dad built a picturesque retaining wall at the foot of the falls. In the past few years we have had several flood incidents which washed out part of that 50 year old wall. It is a mess now and we need a "thorough analysis of the situation" and suggestions for possible actions to help with the erosion while maintaining the beauty of the falls.
Grayson County Virginia
Expert Response
Mrs. Pritchard,
I want to let you know that I got the email from "Ask an Expert" and saw a picture you sent along. There seems to be a large volume of water coming through there. I will try to come out some time this week, and hopefully can bring Tim Phipps with New River Soil and Water Conservation District. I'll let you know in advance when I plan to come.
