The Outfall Podcast
The Outfall Podcast
The Outfall
Clemson Under Siege: The Unbuilt Canal
18 minutes Posted Aug 16, 2024 at 4:39 pm.
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In 1956, Clemson College faced potential submersion as Hartwell Dam plans threatened to flood its campus. We continue to uncover the high-stakes battle between college officials and the federal government, revealing a forgotten alternative that could have radically transformed the landscape. Dive into this tale of progress versus preservation, where Clemson's future hangs in the balance, and a five-mile canal nearly became a reality. Check out the show notes and the COOL rendering of the canal.