East View with Houses in Foreground Showing Power Plant, Ash Ponds, and Repaired Containment Dike

Harriman, TN

On December 22, 2008, a containment pond broke releasing over one billion gallons of ash and slurry into the river, causing the evacuation of numerous houses, a large fish kill, and prompting a nationwide review of coal ash handling practices.

So many thanks to Southwings for flight support!