CSRA (WJBF) – Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson announced Monday a portion of the Augusta Canal Towpath is being reopened after it was closed from damage sustained in Hurricane Helene.
The partial reopening includes the area from the headgates at Savannah Rapids Pavilion to the I-20 bridge, located in Columbia County.
Residents and visitors are now able to go to the reopened section while observing all posted safety measures:
- Stay behind safety barriers.
- Do not cross or move restricted zones.
- Obey all signage: Posted notices are in place to ensure public safety and allow maintenance to continue efficiently.
Crews will continue to monitor the area to ensure safe conditions for public use…