The trails and bridges in two regional parks — Lacamas Regional Park and Moulton Falls Regional Park — have reopened after being closed for construction.
According to a county news release, the trail to the lower falls in Lacamas Regional Park closed at the beginning of the year after an inspection last winter determined the bridge along the trail had major structural issues compromising its safety. The bridge and trail were closed while parks staff applied for the environmental permits required. The old bridge was then demolished and removed, and a new bridge constructed in its place, according to the release. The replacement bridge was constructed using weather-resistant materials to promote long-term durability and stability. This replacement enhances safety and restores a critical trail connection for park visitors, according to the release.
The county announced last week that the “iconic wood bridge” over the East Fork Lewis River at Moulton Falls Regional Park has reopened after the bridge, trail and portions of the park were closed this summer for construction work to protect and restore the bridge. According to a county news release, a contractor made minor repairs to maintain the bridge’s structural integrity and refinished the bridge with wood stain to protect it from weathering.
More information about the park is at clark.wa.gov/public-works/moulton-falls-regional-park.
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