Reconstruction of the Bluff Lake Dam is well underway-—its first major update in 132 years—with improvements that will help maintain the water level and prevent leakage.
New Bluff Lake Dam Moves Full Steam Ahead
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Parks/Open Space
Map of Finished Trails in North Stapleton
With construction continuing in the north, Forest City advises pedestrians and cyclists to use the many open trails and stay out of areas that are not open to the public.
Westerly Creek—Not Just Beautiful, It’s Functional
Westerly Creek is both a beautiful open space amenity for NE Denver, it’s a functional flood control channel.
Daylighting Westerly Creek
The recent Westerly Creek North ribbon-cutting ceremony marked a major milestone in the evolution of Westerly Creek as a greenway connecting Lowry to Stapleton.
Westerly Creek Metro District Board Forms Strategic Planning Committee
At its June meeting, the Westerly Creek Metro District (WCMD) formed a District Strategic Planning Committee “to better guide this board into the future”, in the words of David Ungemah who was appointed committee chair.
Westerly Creek North Opening Ceremony Aug. 17
All of the Westerly Creek North open space opens this month with Mayor Michael Hancock presiding over the ribbon cutting at 8:30 am on August 17.
Music on the Greens
All concerts are free and open to the public and seating for concerts on The Greens is first-come, first-served. Concert goers may bring their own chairs, blankets, food and drink.
Wizard of Oz on the Green July 21-23
Everybody loves a trip down the yellow brick road.
Section 10 Plan Unveiled
An 800-foot-wide “grand arc” will be the signature open space feature in Section 10, the northernmost portion of Stapleton.
Bluff Lake Test
Construction is starting to rebuild the 100 year old Bluff Lake Dam.
Bluff Lake Dam Reconstruction to Begin
Bluff Lake’s 100-year-old leaky dam that usually results in a dry lake bed part of the year is about to be rebuilt.
Partial N. Westerly Creek Opening June 1
Planted areas are still off limits
but portions of the new park will be open for public use on June 1.
