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A portion of the Augusta Canal Towpath has reopened after being closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene.

The reopened section spans a mile and a half from the head gates to the I-20 bridge.

Officials plan to open the rest of the canal in stages, with full completion expected around the first of the year.

Visitors are urged to obey all safety barriers and posted signage in the partially opened area.

Augusta officials on Monday gathered at the Savannah Rapids Pavilion to announce the partial re-opening of the Augusta Canal Towpath after being closed for more than a year due to damage caused by Hurricane Helene.

“The Towpath is open a mile and a half from the head gates to the I-20 bridge,” said Wes Byne, director of utilities for the City of Augusta. "The upper h

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