Lewisville Lake Park is off-limits to visitors after a decision by the Lewisville Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) to close the park due to increased lake levels and storm damage. The heavy rainfall earlier this week has brought not only waterlogged grounds but also toppled trees, posing serious safety concerns for the community.
Efforts to quickly repair and maintain the area have been hampered by persistent and unwelcomed rain, putting a further strain on the ability of crews to safely navigate the park. The Lake Park boat ramps, a popular entry point for local boaters, have been shut down as higher lake levels have made it nearly impossible to use them without risking safety.
Adding to the inconvenience, vehicle traffic has been deemed unsafe within Lake Park by authorities, prompting the need for broader closures. As the water continues stubbornly to rise, there's no clear timeline on when it might recede adequately enough to welcome visitors once again.
Moreover, to prevent any incidents, the Tower Bay boat ramp has also been closed to the public. With the weekend forecast predicting even more rainfall, the wait is on to see just when Lewisville PARD will deem it appropriate to once again open the park's gates. According to the City of Lewisville, Texas, the park will reopen after the debris has been removed, the water levels go down, and the park's infrastructure can safely handle the traffic.
While the park remains closed, residents looking for updates can turn to the Lewisville PARD Facebook page, where the department continues to keep the public informed on the status of Lake Park and other facilities affected by the recent storms and flooding.
