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Sand-Mine Breach Triggers Erosion Threatening Widow's Home - Reduce Flooding
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Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 06/21/2026 2:38pm
Article Summary:
Sand Mine Dike Breach Sparks Headcut Erosion, Threatening Widow’s Home Near San Jacinto River
A breach cut into a sand mine’s dike along the San Jacinto West Fork has drained the pond and triggered severe “headcut” erosion that is rapidly advancing toward retiree Kelly Callahan’s home. Callahan says the mine’s new owner caused the damage by partially emptying the pond and has since urged her to fix the erosion or sell her property at below-market value, while local officials warn that repairs would require permits and engineering. With the erosion already cutting deep into her backyard, Callahan fears her home could be at risk within a few years.
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Date: 06/21/2026 2:38pm
Article Summary:
Sand Mine Dike Breach Sparks Headcut Erosion, Threatening Widow’s Home Near San Jacinto River
A breach cut into a sand mine’s dike along the San Jacinto West Fork has drained the pond and triggered severe “headcut” erosion that is rapidly advancing toward retiree Kelly Callahan’s home. Callahan says the mine’s new owner caused the damage by partially emptying the pond and has since urged her to fix the erosion or sell her property at below-market value, while local officials warn that repairs would require permits and engineering. With the erosion already cutting deep into her backyard, Callahan fears her home could be at risk within a few years.
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