Canton-Clyde-Waynesville emergency water interconnect
Haywood County
Summary
After years of boil-water advisories and storm damage, the three towns are building a seven-mile pipeline so they can send water to each other during emergencies. It's mostly state-funded, and construction could start soon once easements are secured.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
County contributes $2.08 million from a post-Tropical Storm Fred economic development grant; towns' shares are largely forgivable state loans.
Residents and businesses in Canton, Clyde and Waynesville who face fewer and shorter boil-water advisories.
None identified; limited connections along the route require approval of all three towns.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners Regular Evening - Jul 20, 2026
After years of boil-water advisories and storm damage, the three towns are building a seven-mile pipeline so they can send water to each other during emergencies. It's mostly state-funded, and construction could start soon once easements are secured.
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