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Lake Merced Trail Improvements

Completed and Opened to the public December 2024!

Scope of Work

This project will be completed in two phases. The work around South Lake Merced (Phase 1) is adjacent to the John Muir Parking Lot on the west side of the Lake.  It is comprised of perimeter path replacement, a new picnic area with tables, a new adult fitness terrace with benches, repaving of ADA parking spaces, new signage, a trash enclosure, and replacement drinking fountain. Additional improvements include landscaping and irrigation upgrades.

The work around North Lake Merced (Phase 2) will replace existing paths at the northwest corner of the lake from the intersection with Harding Boulevard to the Sunset Circle parking lot. A new ADA accessible asphalt path will be installed along with an adjacent stabilized soil path, which will provide a softer surface. Additional site improvements will include installing adult fitness stations, site furnishings and replacing ADA parking spaces in the parking lot.

Funding

  • California Natural Resources Agency Grant: $1,000,000
  • 2012 Clean and Safe Neighborhood Parks Bond Citywide Parks Program: $2,000,000
  • 2012 Clean and Safe Neighborhood Parks Bond - Forestry Program: $1,000,000
  • 2018 Parks Bond Act - Recreational Infrastructure Revenue Enhancement: $634,540

Total Sources: $4,634,540

Project Schedule

Phase

Timeline

Planning

Fall 2017

Design

Winter 2021

Phase I, Construction

Late 2023

Phase I, Open to the public

February 14, 2024

Phase II, Construction

Early 2024 through Late 2024

Phase II, Open to the public

Late 2024

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Contact Us

Omar Davis

Project Manager Email Phone: 1-628-652-6644