City of Randolph breaks ground on flood control project

The City of Randolph broke ground today on Phase 1 of their flood control project that has been in the making for 18 years. The groundbreaking ceremony attracted approximately 50 people and was held in the city park. Representatives from the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers, the City of Randolph, and the Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District spoke at the ceremony. All three governmental entities are partnering on this project, along with Pierce and Cedar Counties. This project will prevent numerous homes and businesses from being placed in the flood plain and will help protect the community from future flood events. Completion of the project is anticipated in 2024.