Eats On the Creek
Eats On the Creek is a food truck park located in Florence, South Carolina, founded nearly a year ago by entrepreneurs Kaylea and Wade Holt. The park was established as a hub for local food vendors, aiming to serve the community and provide a diverse range of culinary options. Since its inception, the business has relied heavily on steady seasonal patronage, operating primarily from March through December. Recently, the business faced significant challenges due to road construction on Holly Circle, which led to a sharp decline in customer access and revenue. Despite these obstacles, the Holts continue to rally community support, hopeful of navigating through the ongoing construction and future growth.
News Summary
Kaylea and Wade Holt, owners of ‘Eats On the Creek’ food truck park, are experiencing a significant decline in business due to road construction on Holly Circle. With closures affecting access, they’ve seen revenue drops of up to 64%. Despite SCDOT’s assurances of local traffic access, confusion remains among potential customers. The couple has appealed for community support as the construction, expected to last 12 to 18 months, continues to challenge their business during the peak season.
Florence, SC – Food truck owners Kaylea and Wade Holt are facing a substantial business decline at their food truck park, “Eats On the Creek,” due to ongoing road construction on Holly Circle. The couple, who began operations nearly a year ago with the aim of establishing a hub for food vendors, has experienced a drastic drop in revenue since the construction began. Their peak business season, which typically runs from March through December, has been significantly affected by the roadwork.
The construction project has resulted in the closure of Holly Circle to through traffic, which has led to confusion among potential customers. During the first week of the construction, the Holts reported a 50% reduction in business, followed by an additional 64% decline the subsequent week. The road closure signs indicate that the area is open for local traffic, but this has not alleviated the challenges faced by the food truck park.
According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), the roadwork is being conducted during daytime hours to ensure safety and efficiency. A designated detour route has been established as part of the construction project to assist motorists in navigating the area. Despite efforts to inform the public, the Holts have found that many potential customers remain unaware that access to their food truck park is still permitted.
On September 14, 2023, a community meeting was held regarding the construction project, during which residents were informed of the details surrounding the closure of Holly Circle. A press release was issued one week prior to the start of construction, clarifying that local traffic would still have access to the food truck park. The release also included a map outlining the designated detour.
Information about the construction project has been available on the SCDOT website for the past two years, detailing the project’s purpose and timelines. A public comment period was open from August 31, 2023, to September 28, 2023, allowing residents to express their views on the roadwork.
Since the Holts were not the owners of “Eats On the Creek” during the initial SCDOT announcements, they are now appealing to the community for support for local businesses affected by the construction. They emphasized the importance of community patronage during this challenging period.
The SCDOT has indicated that the road construction project is expected to last anywhere from 12 to 18 months, which poses a continuing challenge for the food truck park and its vendors. The Holts hope that increased awareness about the accessibility of Holly Circle for local traffic will help mitigate the impact of the construction on their business.
As the roadwork progresses, the Holts continue to encourage customers to visit “Eats On the Creek” and express their gratitude to local patrons who have supported the food truck park during this difficult time. They are hopeful that community engagement and understanding will help them navigate through this tough period as the construction unfolds in Florence.
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- WPDE: Florence Food Truck Park Owners
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