CSX Rail Is Working To Rebuild A Section Of Track In The Nolichucky River Gorge After Flooding From Hurricane Helene Wiped Out Part Of The Line. However, Local Whitewater Enthusiasts Are Raising Concerns About The Environmental Impact Of The Project. Kayaker Jacob Hauser Says He’s Worried That The Company’s Removal Of River Rock And Bank Widening Could Harm The River’s Recreational And Environmental Future. CSX Has Been Working With The Army Corps Of Engineers On Reconstruction Efforts In The Area.