pdq stated:
"In a war, time is everything, but here at home, bids must be submitted, environmental impact reports made (that can take awhile), and construction firms are often investigated to see if they are really capable of doing the job. Construction can take years. In the case of freeways and major bridges, it can take decades."
Well in this case "time" seems to be three years. Mother Nature just has no respect for regulations.
Thanks for the video PoppaGator! I hope all will be well for you and yours!