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Erosion concerns close parts of WL River Valley

High water level undercuts creek banks, hikers asked to respect signage
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Angie Mindus/Tribune file photo Stability concerns along Williams Creek in the river valley has prompted the City of Williams Lake to mark some walking trails in the area as unsafe.

Residents who spend time on the walking trails in the Williams Lake River Valley are advised to use caution due to erosion along the river.

The City of Williams Lake public works department issued the warning via Twitter Monday afternoon after receiving reports from concerned residents.

“A resident brought forward a concern of a particular area and through inspections by staff we have identified the hazards and marked them,” Gary Muraca, the city’s director of municipal services, told the Tribune.

“As the water levels rise, erosion has undermined the banks of the creeks. This has resulted in some rerouting of some trails. We are asking residents to respect the marked areas, watch their footing when close to the banks/bends in the river and report any other hazards they may see.”

The number to call to report stability issues in the river valley is 250-392-1784.



Angie Mindus

About the Author: Angie Mindus

A desire to travel led me to a full-time photographer position at the Williams Lake Tribune in B.C.’s interior.
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