Debris removal guide for Black Mountain

Originally posted November 1, 2024; updated December 10

AshBritt, a contractor for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is leading a debris removal effort in Black Mountain. The first phase is limited to removing debris from the right-of-ways (curbside).

Here’s what you need to know:

• Multiple passes will occur over next few weeks.

• If you have storm debris, please bring these to the right-of-ways (curbside) by your road or street and separate as best as you can into the following:

  • Vegetative debris such as tree branches, logs, shrubs.

  • Home debris from the storm (inside or outside) such as drywall, lumber, furniture, carpet.

  • Appliances damaged or flooded during the storm such as refrigerator, washer/dryer, stove. Secure doors on these appliances.

• If you have cut up logs or trees to keep for firewood, please do not stack these near the debris piles, so they aren’t accidentally picked up.

Important Safety Tips

Do not place debris under power lines or any downed lines. Avoid placing debris near utility boxes, fire hydrants or meter boxes to prevent damage during the pick-up process.

Do you need help with debris removal?

A FREE Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) Program has been launched in conjunction with Buncombe County. The PPDR Program is designed to assist qualified property owners who are unable to move Helene disaster debris to the Right of Way (ROW) for pickup and who lack adequate debris removal insurance. The program also covers the demolition of eligible unsafe structures. CLICK HERE to learn more.

Questions?

For specific inquiries, please contact 828-419-9300, option 4 , stop by Town Hall (open Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm), or send an email to recovery@tobm.org. The email account is being regularly monitored so we can ensure your inquiry is received and answered.

Thank you for your cooperation as we work in this next phase of our Town’s recovery efforts!