Tim Potter
Grundy Virginia Flood Control Project
This series consists interview releases, invoices and reference material relating to the Klines' work for the Huntington District, Corps of Engineers. Interviews were conducted mainly during the late 1990s with Grundy, Virginia residents, Corps employees, and community planners in connection with the development of a flood control plan in response to the severe flooding of the Levisa Fork of the Big Sandy River in 1977.
Susana Oliveros
Tim Potter is the personnel director of the town of Grundy in Grundy, Virginia. He is involved in addressing the town's opportunities and challenges, particularly focusing on the flood project with the Corps of Engineers.
Scope and Content Note
The interview with Tim Potter provides a comprehensive overview of the town's challenges, opportunities, and the impact of the flood project with the Corps of Engineers. Potter discusses the town's pressing need for new infrastructure and housing, emphasizing the poor state of existing buildings and the lack of suitable spaces for businesses. He also highlights the housing shortage in the town, indicating that the limited housing options hinder population growth and economic development. Potter recounts the devastating impact of the 1977 flood, describing the destruction of buildings, the loss of property, and the subsequent community efforts to recover from the disaster. He shares personal experiences of the flood, including memories of the cleanup process, the challenges faced by affected families, and the resilience of the community in the aftermath of the natural disaster. Furthermore, Potter expresses optimism about the town's future, particularly with the flood project and the potential for new construction and development. He discusses the project's anticipated benefits, such as attracting new businesses, creating employment opportunities, and fostering economic growth. Potter also emphasizes the importance of community involvement and the positive impact of the flood project on the town's infrastructure, transportation, and overall livability. Overall, the interview provides valuable insights into the town of Grundy's current challenges, historical experiences with natural disasters, and the potential for future growth and revitalization through infrastructure projects and community engagement.
subject: Flood control--Virginia; Flood damage prevention—Virginia; Buchanan County (Va.)--History; Grundy (Va.)--Social life and customs; Levisa Fork Basin (Ky. and Va.); Big Sandy River Valley (Ky. and Va.); United States. Army. Corps of Engineers.
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