Duck River

The city of Waverly removed a low-head dam from Trace Creek to reduce flood risk and benefit protected wildlife. The project, supported by local leaders and funded by a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service grant, is part of ongoing efforts to improve flood resilience after the 2021 disaster.

A kayaker was found safe after being reported missing during severe storms on the Duck River in Henry Horton State Park. The Chapel Hill Fire Department, with assistance from multiple agencies, conducted a nighttime search and located the individual uninjured. Authorities emphasized the importance of checking weather conditions, wearing life jackets, and sharing travel plans before water activities.

Two boaters were rescued from a cliff face on the Duck River in Maury County after their boat began sinking. The Maury County Fire Department coordinated the rescue, with some responders arriving by boat and others on foot. The 911 call center provided critical information to locate the stranded individuals, who were later transported to the Iron Bridge boat ramp.

Tennessee lawmakers and the Solid Waste Task Force are considering reducing local control over landfill permits, as existing landfills near capacity. Business groups argue local rejections create a bottleneck, while communities use the Jackson Law and other provisions to block projects. Legal challenges, including lawsuits over land near the Duck River, highlight tensions between landfill needs and local opposition.