Construction of Lower Gorge River Access at Guy Ford Bridge Complete
The construction of the Lower Gorge River Access at Guy Ford Bridge near Bethel is now complete, according to Watauga County Planning Director Joe Furman.…
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Fatal Boating Incident on Watauga Lake
Wildlife officers are investigating a fatal boating incident that occurred on Watauga Lake in the area of Big Island and Watauga Point on Friday evening.
Popular Fishing Hole in Foscoe Shrinks
Another popular fishing section along the Watauga River off of N.C. 105 was posted with trespassing signs recently. The area is upstream of the bridge on Calloway Road in Foscoe.
Guy Ford River Access Lot Paved, Open for Vehicles
The new lot for the new Guy Ford Road River Access along the Watauga River is paved and open to parking. This will alleviate much of the overflow on the side of the road.
Ward’s Mill Dam on Watauga River Planned for Removal This Year
The historic dam at the Ward’s Mill along Watauga River near Sugar Grove is being removed this year.
Commissioner Addresses 2nd Beech Intake Proposal Along Watauga River
At a recent meeting, Watauga County Board of Commissioner said the board doesn’t plan on reclassifying the Watauga River for the proposed Beech Mountain intake.
Weekly Water Quality Tests at 11 Watauga River Sites
With quarantine easing and summer temperatures, people are flocking to the Watauga River to hang out, swim, paddle and fish. Before you go, check the water quality of your Watauga RIver destination.
Watauga River Access Project Updates at Guy Ford Road
Construction of the Watauga River access project at Guy Ford Road should finish this summer. Project includes parking lot, ramp to river area and signage.