Temporarily retain runoff, slowing down storm water.The lake was built in the 1980s and with all the area development, is largely silted in (filled with dirt).To restore depth to main portion of lake, which improves habitat for fish and wildlife. The dam sidewalk will be closed when work commences near the dam in 2024 or if other safety issues arise in the construction zone.Įffective June 20: Trails around the lake were closed to public access for the duration of the project. The walkway across the dam has also been re-opened to provide trail users a connection to the Coffee Creek Trail and other trails in the southern portion of the park. A mowed trail detour provides a connection from the Heritage Trail to the marina parking lot. Trail UpdatesĮffective June 30: The Heritage Trail entrance at the northeast corner of the park has been re-opened. Other lake improvement-related closures include the parking lot, playground, and fitness area near Shelter 1, as well as Shelter 4, although the restroom near this shelter remains open. The project also includes removal of the island and silo within the lake and creation of deep-water cells for water quality and fish habitat. Lake water quality improvements are also part of this work including the construction of a sediment forebay and wetland area to be planted with native aquatic species, and a water control structure. Individual work areas will be dewatered prior to dredging.ĭredged materials will be disposed of on the park property in five disposal areas, each with a water quality treatment train adjacent that will be constructed by the Contractor for use on the project. The work will be phased to maintain irrigation water supply within the lake during construction activities. This project includes the excavation and mechanical dredging of sediments and native earthen materials within Heritage Park Lake and approximately 1,500 feet of stream to restore lake volume. The 41-acre lake is used for both public recreation and irrigation of the park’s golf course and athletic fields. Heritage Park Lake is located at the northeast corner of Heritage Park near 159th and Pflumm and is operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD).
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