Hikers and nature lovers will need to reroute their plans as the City of Provo announces a temporary trail closure. Starting Wednesday, October 8th, a one-mile segment of the popular Bonneville Shoreline Trail will be off-limits. The affected area is around Buckley Draw, where crews are set to begin a cleanup operation on the debris flow channel that's vital to the region.
This cleanup is a direct response to the accumulation of sediment and debris following recent storm events, which have compromised the channel's functionality. According to the City of Provo, heavy machinery will be in action, working diligently to restore the debris flow channel to its full capacity and prevent the potential hazards of flooding or debris-related impacts. The cleanup will take approximately a month to complete.
For the safety of the public, Provo City officials are urging all trail enthusiasts to adhere to closure signs and barriers until the project concludes. They stress that the safety measures are in place to protect the public from the inherent dangers associated with such a significant cleanup effort involving heavy equipment.
