6. Yellowstone’s Roads and Bridges – 2022 Floods
In 2022, historic floods surged through Yellowstone, sweeping away vital roads, bridges, and trails. For the first time in decades, America’s first national park closed its gates to all visitors. The scale of destruction surpassed previous natural events, complicating rescue and repair efforts. Rapid recovery work partially reopened the park within weeks, but full restoration continues. These floods highlighted Yellowstone’s vulnerability and the ongoing challenge of maintaining access in the face of nature’s extremes. Learn more on NPR.
