Archived Outdoors

Tuck accesses to close for construction

The Barkers Creek and Locust Creek River access points in Jackson County will close over for construction over the coming weeks, remaining off-limits until January 2016. 

Duke Energy, which created the put-ins as part of its relicensing agreement to harvest hydroelectric power from the Tuckasegee River, plans to extend the two ramps about 20 feet each to reach the riverbed.

Construction at Barkers Creek started Monday, Nov. 2, requiring closure of the boat ramp and a portion of the parking area, though amenities such as picnic tables and the volleyball court will remain open. Construction at Locust Creek will start Monday, Nov. 9, requiring closure of the entire access and parking area. 

Alternative river access points include the Webster River and C.J. Harris sites. 

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