Mckittrick Landmark ; Grain Tower

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rich lauer from mckittrick on 6/12/2012 10:16:06 AM:

At mile marker 100.8 there are two historical landmarks. The grain tower in the picture at Mckittrick station. Someone has killed the vine foliage that for decades has adorned this structure. If anyone knows who the culprit was please comment. Thanks Rich Lauer at the Merck

Jim from St. Thomas on 6/12/2012 2:25:16 PM:

Maybe the owner?

Tommy from St Louis on 6/12/2012 2:31:08 PM:

While I think ivy looks great, it is very destructive to buildings. That's especially true of brick-and-mortar structures. I saw an old silo collapse because the vines had destroyed it.

Anonymous on 6/12/2012 2:49:18 PM:

Maybe after decades the vine just died. Some plants species don't endure flood/drought, etc. for ever.

rich lauer from mckittrick on 6/13/2012 4:34:20 PM:

Observed today vine was chainsawed and a chunk removed; purposely. Having been in construction 30 plus years ; my conclusion wines can be destructive but not in this case. The surrounding shed is condemned and should be removed. Repeated attempts with dnr was dead end. Would cyclists support a petition to allow
it's removal? It would make a great campsite!

Respectfully
Rich Lauer

Gary from Near Tebbetts on 6/14/2012 3:49:38 PM:

Rich, sounds to me like you have a dispute with the property owner which has no place in this forum. Perhaps you should work out your issues with the owner directly.

rich lauer from mckittrick on 6/14/2012 7:18:24 PM:

I guess one must have misses the fine print DNR owned the property. I understand that a forum is a public meeting place to discuss public matters. Each of us has an interest and some an obligation to protect this unique trail. It is because of my familiarity and proximity to the trail;I will constantly try to assist in improving it.

Thank You
Rich Lauer
Mckittrick 100.8

Gary from Near Tebbetts on 6/14/2012 8:03:46 PM:

So when you talked to DNR, what exactly did they say?

Anonymous on 6/15/2012 6:58:19 AM:

So DNR owns the property? And you come here asking for us to help you find out for them who cut a vine down on their property? Lets all help DNR out as I take it. Oh no. Wait, lets sign a petition to let DNR know they aren't taking care of the building and it should be condemned anyway. I'm all for improving the trail, but I think for this one I'm out.

rich lauer from mckittrick on 6/16/2012 10:41:23 AM:

Dear Annoy,
It is always nice to know there are non supporters along the trail. I have a substantial interest in this community and am trying to make it a destination by making it an historic stop instead of a water hole. The travelers that stop by are the nicest adventures; they stimulate me to make this a better place.

Gary'
I am still waiting to spot dnr workers, as of yet they have not been around. I'll keep you informed if you are interested

Thanks Rich

Jim from St. Thomas on 6/16/2012 5:25:14 PM:

Try emailing Dawn at DNR. If they own the property she can probably answer your questions. Here's her email.

dawn.fredrickson@dnr.mo.gov.

rich lauer from mckittrick on 6/16/2012 9:38:57 PM:

Thanks Jim!

Rich Lauer

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