Catawba River
Coverage of Catawba River in the Nexus archive.
- I-77 bridge repair slows traffic through York County: What drivers said
Bridge repairs on I-77 near Exit 82 in York County, S.C., are causing traffic delays as two southbound lanes remain closed. Drivers expressed frustration but acknowledged the need for repairs, with the South Carolina Department of Transportation stating the $2.8 million project includes bridge deck patching and is expected to finish by Wednesday. Additional work will continue through the year.
- Deputies search Catawba River in connection with Hickory woman’s disappearance
Catawba County deputies are searching the Catawba River for Robin Doyle, a missing Hickory woman, with Leroy Loper identified as a person of interest. Investigators found a bra and zip-ties at Doyle’s home and in Loper’s red Kia Optima, which was linked to him via a Flock camera. Loper, a registered sex offender with prior convictions for sexual offenses and kidnapping, is being held on a $200,000 bond while the FBI assists in the search.
- Charlotte swim school aims to prevent drowning deaths with adult classes
A Charlotte swim school offers adult classes to teach water safety skills and reduce drowning deaths. Classes cover basic swimming techniques and open-water challenges, with participants like Michelle McIlwain emphasizing the benefits of adult swimming lessons. Instructors highlight the importance of safety measures before entering water bodies.
- ‘Concerning’: Invasive species threatens lilies along Catawba River
An invasive alligatorweed species is threatening rocky shoals spider lilies in the Catawba River near Landsford Canal State Park, likely introduced during Hurricane Helene in 2024. The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation is manually removing the weed and seeking grants to address its spread, which poses risks to native plants, wildlife habitat, and water management.
- Belmont implements water rate hike to address distressed utility status
Belmont implemented an 8% water rate increase to address its designation on the state’s distressed utilities list, which was linked to growth outpacing infrastructure. The city has established interconnects with Gastonia and Mt. Holly for emergency water supply stability and secured a $10 million loan to improve its water intake system in the Catawba River.
- Charlotte Water ‘concerned’ as lawmakers delay controversial Catawba River plan
Charlotte Water's plan to double water diversion from the Catawba River basin faces a potential delay beyond 2028 due to a budget provision extending a moratorium on expanding interbasin transfers (IBTs). Opponents, including regional governments and environmental advocates, support the delay, while Charlotte's business leaders criticize it as lacking scientific basis and consultation.
- Charlotte Water raises concerns over NC budget’s water transfer extension
Charlotte Water expresses concerns over a North Carolina state budget provision extending a moratorium on interbasin water transfers until 2028. The utility seeks to draw 30 million gallons from the Catawba River to supply eastern Mecklenburg County, fearing the extension could hinder its ability to provide water service in the area.
- Daylong paddleboard ride along Catawba River raises money for families dealing with cancer
Chief Meteorologist Tara Lane and photojournalist Brian Christiansen are participating in the 24 Foundation's annual Dam-to-Dam event, a daylong paddleboard ride along the Catawba River. The event raises money for families dealing with cancer.