Historical Flood in 1916

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On July 16th 1916 there was an extreme flood event in Western North Carolina. This flood was similar to the Hurricane Helene Event on September 27th 2024. Pictures below are from the Penland area of Mitchell County. (provided by David Biddix with the Mitchell County Historical Society.

Carolina Mercantile Store
Carolina Mining Company Mica House
Carolina Mining Company Powerhouse
Carolina Mining Company Powerhouse at Penland
Downtown Penland in 1907 (prior to the flood)
At the Start of July 16 1916 Flood at Penland
Beginning of Flood at Penland July 16 1916
Carolina Mercantile Company Store after July 16 1916 Flood
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