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Temporary Closure of Davis Bridge Park for Renovations

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Davis Bridge Park, a popular recreational destination in Cadillac, MI, will be closed temporarily for extensive renovations. The park will be closed from June 16, 2025, through September 2025, while Consumers Energy Company addresses critical issues such as shoreline erosion, replaces the existing boat ramp, and adds an ADA-compliant kayak/canoe launch. The project, estimated to cost over $525,000, will include new fishing platforms, a vault toilet building, and improved pedestrian access. The closure will affect boaters, who will be directed to nearby launch sites.

Key Takeaways:

  • The temporary closure of Davis Bridge Park will last from June 16, 2025, to September 2025, affecting boating access and recreational activities.
  • The renovation project, valued at over $525,000, is funded by a combination of Consumers Energy Company's budget and a $300,000 grant from the Michigan DNR Trust Fund.
  • The project includes the replacement of the existing boat ramp, addressing shoreline erosion, and installing an ADA-compliant kayak/canoe launch.
  • The renovation will also improve pedestrian access, add a new fishing platform, and enhance picnic areas.
  • Alternative launch sites for boaters, such as Brower County Park and the DNR managed public launch site, will be provided during the closure.
  • The project is a continuation of ongoing efforts to develop a Muskegon River Water Trail in the greater Big Rapids area.

Statistics:

  • The project is estimated to cost over $525,000.
  • The Michigan DNR Trust Fund grant will cover $300,000 of the project's costs.
  • The temporary closure will last approximately 3 months, from June 16, 2025, to September 2025.
  • The project will include the addition of an ADA-compliant kayak/canoe launch.
  • Affordable housing and revitalization project will add a new aspect to the water cycle infrastructure.

Sources:

  • Consumers Energy Company. (2025). FERC Project No. 2452 H ARDY H YDROELECTRIC PROJECT T EMPORARY CLOSURE AT DAVIS B RIDGE PARK.
  • Mecosta County Parks Commission. (2025). Media Release: Davis Bridge County Park to Close Next Week for Extensive Renovations.

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