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Nearly a year later, worried homeowner no closer to bayou erosion fix Play Video
February 27, 2023 4:28 PM
BATON ROUGE - All Krystle Woods is asking for is a resolution to the erosion problem behind her house. "I don't want to be a casualty of their lack of maintenance," she said. That's what she told 2 On Your Side last March when she was about two... more » -
Latest storm takes section of Ward Creek, backyards at risk Play Video
February 7, 2023 4:44 PM
BATON ROUGE - The storm that dumped a few inches of rain in the Baton Rouge area on January 29, took a toll on a portion of Ward Creek in the Westminster neighborhood. Some people backing up to the creek on Drusilla Drive are worried their property could go... more » -
More erosion problems for people living along Jones Creek; fix isn't fast enough Play Video
September 22, 2022 2:43 PM
BATON ROUGE - People living on Ranchwood Drive are putting up with some major issues. Their yards back up to Jones Creek, and for years, that creek has been eroding their land. Earlier this year, 2 On Your Side helped a couple of property owners after a drainage pipe... more » -
Erosion complaint sits untouched; homeowner frustrated over delay Play Video
July 15, 2022 3:10 PM
BATON ROUGE - It's been a battle between a property owner and a neighborhood management company, and now the city might be getting involved. It's all over a drainage and erosion situation that Andy Hall says is taking far too long to fix. It's happening in the rear corner... more » -
Creek washout meant to be repaired last year now affecting residents' yards Play Video
June 16, 2022 2:18 PM
BATON ROUGE - A broken drainage pipe is causing major erosion that's affecting two properties in East Baton Rouge Parish. It's been growing for about five years. The hole is being washed out when it rains and water drains to and through Jones Creek. It's eating up all sorts... more » -
Homeowner losing property due to eroding bayou, fears pool could be next Play Video
March 28, 2022 2:11 PM
BATON ROUGE - A woman has been waiting nearly a year for the city-parish to respond to her eroding yard. Krystle Woods says she's already lost her fence and is getting tired of waiting for direction. Woods' home backs up to Jacks Bayou off of Stumberg Lane and Coursey... more » -
Property owner fears land erosion will prevent home from selling Play Video
February 12, 2019 6:24 PM
BAKER - An entire block might be dealing with the same land erosion problem. The issue is along property lines backing up to a man-made ditch in Baker. George Anderson maintains a family home along S. Magnolia Drive and says water and time have taken a toll, eroding at... more » -
Property slipping away because of erosion along creek Play Video
August 17, 2018 6:25 PM
UPDATE: The City-Parish says that because of the severity of the erosion at the back of Al Alexander's property related to the damaged concrete canal lining, this area is prioritized to eliminate further erosion and loss of property. It estimates the site will be repaired within the year. Engineering... more » -
Property owner blames drainage for destroying land Play Video
March 15, 2018 6:44 PM
SAINT FRANCISVILLE - A man blames development for destroying his piece of paradise in West Feliciana Parish. Slowly, over the last five years or so, Michael Kadair says water has changed his life and the lay of his land. Instead of being able to enjoy his 125-acre property near... more » -
Woman's fear comes true during 2 On Your Side interview Play Video
February 28, 2018 7:01 PM
BATON ROUGE - A naturally-formed drainage ditch is causing problems in one woman's yard. Stacy Jacobsen says her land is eroding and it's washing away her property line. Large tree limbs have also fallen into her yard and on top of her fence. For years, she's been without a... more » -
Rocks in bayou blamed for residential flooding scare Play Video
February 27, 2018 6:17 PM
CENTRAL - A bunch of large rocks at the end of a culvert are concerning to one Central resident. He tells 2 On Your Side that those rocks are blocking the flow of water along Beaver Bayou. Bruce Prestridge isn't an engineer, but says the water in the bayou... more » -
Weiner Creek erosion a 'high priority' to City-Parish Play Video
May 11, 2017 5:35 PM
BATON ROUGE - A fix is coming for an eroding creek. Weiner Creek winds through neighborhoods and feeds into Jones Creek. A section behind Newcastle Ave. in Baton Rouge has been struggling to hold its shape. The City-Parish says fixing the erosion problem along Weiner Creek is a "high... more » -
Land eroding around lake, no one taking responsibility Play Video
February 27, 2017 6:06 PM
ST. GABRIEL - Some people are worried their homes are going to be washed away. Backyards are eroding into a neighborhood lake and no one is taking responsibility. Some homeowners say they bought in Spanish Lakes because it's quiet and far enough away from traffic gridlock in Baton Rouge.... more » -
Front yard erosion fixed following 2 On Your Side call Play Video
November 1, 2016 6:23 PM
DENHAM SPRINGS - A growing hole in a front yard was repaired again, after calls to 2 On Your Side Tuesday. Teresa Beauregard said she asked for help following numerous complaints about the hole. Livingston Parish public works crews have filled in the hole before, but the hole expanded.... more » -
Baton Rouge woman says city won't help with drainage issue Play Video
October 14, 2016 5:42 PM
BATON ROUGE - A woman is worried her yard will be washed away. After multiple pleas with the city, she's been told it's not their problem. A drainage canal behind her house is growing and eating away everything in it's path. Melba Weiss has lived in her Kenilworth... more » -
Information available to residents on False River shoreline erosion and restoration
October 6, 2016 4:52 PM
FALSE RIVER – Information is available to homeowners to help them control shoreline erosion as a part of the False River Ecosystem Restoration Project. The information provides suggested modifications to ensure a more natural shoreline and to foster aquatic habitat restoration. The Pointe Coupee Parish Police Jury, the... more » -
Livingston officials: property is sinking into Amite River
September 22, 2016 1:20 PM
FRENCH SETTLEMENT – Livingston Parish emergency officials say homes along the Amite River in the Cypress Point subdivision are sinking into the river. According to LOHSEP Director Mark Harrell, tens of homes are experiencing substantial soil erosion that is causing a safety concern and property loss. In a... more »