Question 1

How long will construction last?

Accepted Answer

Construction is scheduled to start on Nov. 1, 2023, and continue through May 2027*.

Question 2

Will vehicles be allowed to use the canyon?

Accepted Answer

No, vehicles will not be allowed during construction.

Question 3

Will bicycles be allowed during weekends when the canyon is open?

Accepted Answer

Yes, cyclists will be allowed during weekends and holidays when the canyon is open up to picnic site #16.

Question 4

Will I be able to access or reserve the picnic sites?

Accepted Answer

Picnic sites up to and including site #12 will generally be available for use on weekends and holidays. However, no reservations will be given, and sites will be first come/first served.

Question 5

Will drinking water be available?

Accepted Answer

Water will not be available in the canyon. It is important to bring your own water.

Question 6

Are events and races still going to take place?

Accepted Answer

No, races or events will not be permitted after Nov. 30, 2023 until the end of construction.

Question 7

Are dogs going to be allowed?

Accepted Answer

Dogs are allowed up until the watershed area, which is located above picnic area #16.

Question 8

Wasn’t the project going to be completed in 2025?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it was originally slated to be complete in 2025 there were delays. Delays were due to project funding causing the schedule to be pushed back by two years. Funding was secured through FEMA’s BRIC grant.

Question 9

What is BRIC funding?

Accepted Answer

BRIC, or Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, is a FEMA grant program that allows states, communities, tribes, and territories to request funding for “hazard mitigation projects that aim to reduce the risk from disasters and natural hazards” (FEMA.gov). This grant accounts for 36.7% of the total cost of the project, reducing overall cost to rate-payers.

Question 10

Will the upgraded treatment plant expand the footprint of the existing site?

Accepted Answer

The plant upgrade will not expand the footprint of the existing facility.

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