Golden Gate Park - Blue Heron Lake (Stow Lake) Perimeter Path Renovation

Opened to the public in September 2023!

Scope of Work

Blue Heron Lake is popular destination in Golden Gate Park for strolling, boating and picnicking. Before construction, the asphalt path that circles the perimeter of the lake had deteriorated and was in need of repair.

Th is project renovated the Blue Heron Lake perimeter path and site furnishings, including benches and picnic tables to achieve ADA compliance. The construction was performed in two phases so half of the perimeter path was open at all times.

Funding

This project was funded by multiple sources including the following:

• Recovery Stimulus and Critical Repairs
• General Fund
• Mayor’s Office on Disability

The construction contract award for this project was approved by Recreation and Parks Commission on August 3, 2022 ( PDF ); This construction contract award obtained and complies with all city, state, and federal regulatory approvals, including any that are specific to this project’s funding sources.

Project Schedule

Planning , 2014

Design , 2018

Construction contract awarded , August 3, 2022

Construction begins , Early 2023

Open to the Public , September 2023

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