Irving Parks and Recreation Department wants to welcome back joggers, cyclists and nature lovers to the northern section of Campion Trail.
The Army Corps of Engineers announced in late July it is limiting floodwater releases into the Trinity River. For months, these releases from Lakes Lewisville and Grapevine into the Elm Fork of the Trinity River created varying levels of flooding along north Campion Trail. The Corps’ new lower-level releases allowed the City of Irving to reopen portions of the trail quickly once the areas were cleaned.
However, the intermittent heavy flooding caused infrastructure damage, and some sections of Campion Trail will remain closed at this time. Park patrons should be aware that some damaged sections and amenities are not yet safe for use. These areas have been isolated, and signs are posted to warn visitors to keep out. See Map
Trail sections that will remain closed until repairs are completed include:
- Sam Houston Trail: A 500-foot section of the trail collapsed when a retaining wall succumbed to flood waters. Safe portions of Sam Houston Trail have been opened. See Map
- T.W. Richardson, Bird’s Fort, California Crossing and Spring Trail parks: A number of river overlooks and nature trails were subjected to repeated flooding, which eroded the Trinity River banks and caused substantial damage and/or unsafe conditions at these locations.
- T. W. Richardson Park: The canoe launch remains closed to the public. See Map
- Bird’s Fort Park: A damaged sewer line at the park has not been accessible until now to facilitate repairs. Until further notice, this section will remain closed. See Map
Parks crews continue to clean the trail, facilities and other infrastructure as waters continue to recede and more sections dry out. These areas will open for recreational enjoyment as soon as possible. Visitors are advised to pay close attention to posted signage.
Welcome back!
