By Jeff on September 22, 2009
Big Creek Greenway Flooding
Heavy rains totaling 10+ inches over the weekend caused Big Creek River to rise beyond its flood level to a stage where moderate to severe flooding can occur. At 12 feet, the river flows over the bridge at Kimball Bridge in Alpharetta. This morning the road was closed due to over 2 feet of water steadily flowing over the bridge, covering a 200 foot section of the Kimball Bridge Road.
The Big Creek Greenway park entrance at Kimball Bridge remains flooded, though the facilities at the park remained above water. The Greenway is closed and not accessible beyond the park entrance. Pictures of the flooding below.
Flooded Entrance to Big Creek Greenway at Kimball Bridge
Big Creek Flooding over Kimball Bridge in Alpharetta
Kimball Bridge underwater from Big Creek
Water running over Kimball Bridge in Alpharetta
Big Creek Greenway Park at Kimball Bridge in Alpharetta, there was flooding, but none of the buildings were flooded.
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Jeff has lived in the North Atlanta Metro Area for most of his life. Growing up in Lilburn, GA, he has been a fan of hiking, biking, and boating since he was little. Now he lives with his wife and two sons in Cumming, GA. He walks the Forsyth Big Creek Greenway regularly and bikes it occasionally.