Construction/renovation projects are scheduled in several of our state parks. They range from upgrading campgrounds to building cabins, renovating shelters to repairing parking lots and sidewalks. Following is a list of the major construction projects being undertaken this summer and their proposed completion dates.

Please be aware that some of these projects will require the closing of specific facilities and that heavy equipment may be in operation within the parks. Construction vehicles, both small and large, may be on the roads. Please respect fencing and warnings to stay out of construction zones for both yours' and the contractor's safety.

When planning a park visit it is recommended that you call the park to confirm completion dates since construction is weather dependent.

Construction & Renovation Information

Park	Project	Start Date	Estimated Completion Date (Dates dependent on weather.)
Dolliver Memorial State Park - Webster County	The bridges on the Copperas Beds Trails, Indian Mounds Trail and the trail below the manager's residence have been destroyed by flooding. Call the park office at 515-359-2539 for updated information.	October 1, 2007	unknown
Elk Rock State Park - Marion County	The boat ramp located off HWY 14 is closed due to construction of a new boat ramp and entance road and will be closed until October, 2009 when the project is slated for completion. (updated 6/22/09)	November 5, 2007	October, 200p
Geode State Park - Henry County	The beach area is undergoing a renovation with building of a new shelter and adding a playground. Construction is anticipated to be completed sometime during the recreation season. The beach area will remain open during this time and should not be affected other than where the new shelter is being placed. (updated 6/22/09)	April 25, 2008	Summer, 2009
George Wyth State Park - Black Hawk County	The campground is open including the shower bulding, water, electricity and dump station. The Lodge and Josh Higgins shelter are available for reservation. Canfield, Rotary and Fisher Shelters are open on a first come/first serve basis due to repairs still needing to be done. (updated 6/22/09)	July 28, 2008	unknown
Green Valley - Union County	The lake renovation project is well underway. The lake is 12 feet below normal pool and will remain that way throughout the spring and fall, so the beach and boat ramps will remain closed for the rest of the 2009 recreation season. The fishery has been renovated and restocking has taken place. In-lake projects such as fish habitat structures, shoreline improvement, jetty and boat ramp repairs have been completed. Reconstruction of the spillway is nearly complete. The campground and cabins are closed until the campground renovation is complete. The campground anc cabin work will be done this summer and fall, but probably not available for use until the beginning of the 2010 recreation season. For additional information contact the park office at 641-782-5131 or via email at green_valley@dnr.iowa.gov. (updated 6/19/08)	November 17, 2008	late Summer, 2009
Honey Creek State Park - Appanoose County	A major road construction project will begin July 7, 2009. The entire 7 miles of park road will be reconstructed which includes widening, paving and adding bike lanes. On August 3, 2009, the campground, camping cabins and shelters 2 and 3 will close. The main boat ramp will remain open through Labor Day weekend when the rest of the park will close. On July 7, 2009 shelter 1 will close. The project will continue through the winter and hopefully normal park activities will resume in April 2010. Check this map for specific dates and road closures. Please check back for updates or contact the park office for additional information.	varies	April, 2010
Lewis & Clark - Monona County	New Interpretive Center - Under construction. Park remains open.	In progress	Unknown
Walnut Woods State Park - Polk County	The main park roadway, enclosed rental lodge, picnic areas, hiking trails, and Raccoon River boat ramp are now open. The campground remains closed. Significant repair of camp pads, electrical, and overall grounds is underway. The campground is expected to reopen in mid-July, 2009. (updated 6/23/09)	July, 2008	July, 2009