Collier County FL : Hurricane Irma Waterway Debris Cleanup Begins

Hurricane Irma Waterway Debris Cleanup Begins

Collier County's Hurricane Irma-related debris collection mission was the largest in the state with the quickest recovery. Phase one of Collier County's storm debris recovery mission for county maintained canals has begun in Golden Gate City and the Goodlette-Frank canal areas. Storm debris removal for canals, navigable and non-navigable waterways is a slow and lengthy process due to the unique characteristic of each waterway. Depending on the size and type of debris found in the waterway, the debris and monitoring contactor must complete a full assessment of the debris and logistically coordinate the mobilization of the specific equipment required to remove the debris. Residents are asked to be patient with this phase of the storm debris recovery mission, as collections will be slow and ongoing.

Storm debris collections for non-county maintained navigable and non-navigable waterways is currently under assessment as jurisdiction for those water bodies will be dictated by the state, federal or county agencies that govern them. Storm debris removal for non-county maintained navigable and non-navigable waterways is scheduled for phase two of the storm debris recovery mission.

Residents with questions related to the collection of storm debris for canals, drainage ditches, navigable and non-navigable waterways, should contact Customer Service at [phone].

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