Part of Sam Lawrence Park trail closed for safety concerns

Hamilton, ON – February 8, 2016 – Hamilton’s Public Works Department has closed access to a 150-metre section of trail in Sam Lawrence Park along the escarpment edge. Staff noticed cracks in the walkways and brought in a structural engineer to further inspect the stairs, walkways and lower viewing deck. As a safety precaution, the trail has been closed.

Temporary fencing has been installed to block access to the closed trail and a geotechnical investigation will be completed to assess the condition of the trail slope and escarpment and to provide recommendations for next steps. Updates will be provided as they become available.