Alexandria to close parts of Holmes Run Trail to fix flood damage
The City of Alexandria will begin restoration of the Holmes Run Trail this week.
The trail west of the N. Ripley Street crossing has been closed since the July 8 rainstorm dumped a month’s worth of rain on the area. The storm led to widespread flash flooding and a 12-foot surge in parts of Holmes Run, causing significant damage to the trail.
The first phase of trail restoration will begin with the section from N. Beauregard Street to N. Chambliss Street. The trail within Dora Kelley Nature Park will be closed to facilitate these repairs.
During the work, several large trucks and heavy equipment will be present. Pedestrians and cyclists should avoid the area. The work is expected to take several weeks.
City of Alexandria staff are continuing to assess the extensive damage between N. Beauregard Street and the Ripley Street crossing to develop a mitigation and repair plan. This section of the trail is expected to be closed long-term.
Detour routes have been established for pedestrians and cyclists to travel between N. Chambliss Street and N. Pegram Street.