Over 400 tons of sand was hauled in to fill sandbags for Plymouth residents. Street Superintendent Jim Marquardt told the Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety members Monday night that about $3,500 was spent to haul the sand and get sand bags. He said the sand bags don’t store very well, but will do what he can.
Marquardt added that about 300 to 400 feet of sidewalk was lost along East Jefferson Street as the river flooded the area. The sidewalks are blocked and they will be repaired as soon as possible.
The signal on South Michigan Street is out and will be a 4-way stop until an assessment is done.
Park Superintendent Michael Hite said the Conservation Clubhouse had six feet of water on the first floor. Furnaces and appliances will need to be replaced as well as drywall.
The community gardens at River Park Square were lost and other assessments are being made as the water recedes. The tennis courts in Centennial Park did not sustain any water damage.
