Carter Lake dam evacuation

Carter Lake dam evacuation Yikes this is in Corrigan in Polk County! Emergency leaders urging residents to evacuate after Carter Lake dam compromised: Polk County OEMPOLK COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Emergency leaders say that the Carter Lake dam in Camden was compromised on Saturday.According to the Polk County OEM, they have been informed that there is damage to the dam's embankment. Authorities did not specify the cause of the damage. Dam property owners are currently assessing the risk of a potential breach, officials said.Officials are urging residents located south of the dam, specifically those along Henry Darden Road, Marie Road, Community Drive, Bo Peep, Herb Collins Road, and Girard, to evacuate immediately and remain clear of the area until further notice.According to the Corrigan Volunteer Fire Department, fire officials responded to assist the Polk County sheriff's department with evacuating homes off of Henry Darden Road due to the Carter Lake dam.According to officials, Dunbar Gym at 1103 Dunbar Avenue, Livingston, is an option for shelter to those who cannot make other arrangements.....
Officials are URGING IMMEDIATE EVACUATION for anyone living near Carter Lake due to reported damage to the dam.According to Polk County OEM, the dam's embankment has been compromised. Residents along Henry Darden Road, Marie Road, Community Drive, Bo Peep, Herb Collins Road, and Girard should evacuate right away.Shelter Location: Dunbar Gym - 1103 Dunbar Avenue, LivingstonPlease take this alert seriously and stay safe. Updates will be shared as more information becomes available.#PolkCounty #CarterLake #EmergencyAlert #texas