You might’ve noticed that two sections of the Stanley Park Seawall are gated off. Some people are peeved off about it, but it’s for a good reason. It’s because we’re making history. We’re currently in the works of reconstructing close to 700 metres of existing wall along with the drainage system and walkway. The original seawall was built in the 1930′s and is in need of a face lift. Reason being is that the old wall is starting to erode on itself and could be a disaster if not attended to.
The first stretch of work starts from Second Beach to English Bay and the other just after English Bay to under the Burrard Street Bridge. Our target end date is for late fall of this year. The hardest part of the project is having to work with the tides. The ideal working situations requires low tides which are more favourable during the summer and early fall. This means early starts and graveyard shifts. In other words, “Life is a beach. I’m just playing in the saaaaand” – Weezy
When all is said and done, the $4.5 million project will be worth the wait. Trust me.
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