Update 3 – Hot Springs Village Tornado Recovery

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Right-of-way and easement recovery

Week 3 – 53,110 cubic yards of debris removed thus far (last week, the amount was 18,970 cubic yards of debris removed to that point)

American Tree Service, Michael’s Tree & Loader Service, and Conway Enterprises are all still engaged by the POA for storm clean-up in various areas.

The contractors are still making the first pass in the Orense Way neighborhood, Hidalgo Dr/Burgos Way areas, West and East Andalusia, and now Reata Way. Contractors will soon be entering new areas to begin the first pass there. The first pass is intended to remove the brush/debris material to uncover the timber underneath. Logging crews will come in behind and collect as much harvestable timber as possible (that being accessible from the road right-of-way).

The first pass will soon be completed in these areas, but logging will continue. Please avoid these neighborhoods, if possible, local traffic only. Please drive safely and respect all work zone personnel as they work quickly to restore the community.

See below a graphic of the affected areas showing progress by colored routes. Note that this is NOT meant to be a detailed, readable map but just a high-level view of where work is being done. Areas identified in RED are neighborhoods that require debris removal, which will start soon. YELLOW identifies where we are currently working. GREEN identifies the streets where the first pass is complete.

Please also note that firewood collection in the affected areas is not being permitted at this time. It’s important to keep the area clear for the large vehicles and the workers who are out there. Everyone except residents of the neighborhoods is still be asked to stay away from the area.