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Parks & Recreation Projects

Information about parks and recreation projects in the City.
Page updated on December 11, 2023 at 8:47 AM

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Alexandria Waterfront 2019

Alexandria Waterfront

Waterfront parks and programming are among the priorities set by City Council when guiding Waterfront Plan implementation back in 2015. That dedication to green space, recreation, the arts, and history persists today and is exemplified by the activities and amenities along Alexandria Waterfront.

a visual aid illustrating the proposed changes to Beauregard St

Beauregard Street Multi-Use Trail Project

The purpose of this project is to design and construct a shared-use path along North Beauregard Street between Fillmore Avenue and Berkeley Street, a distance of approximately 0.5 miles. 

A photo of a bicycle corral filled with parked bikes on lower King Street in Alexandria

Bicycle Parking

The majority of improvements funded through this project include racks, concrete pads and associated fix-it stations. This project also provides for the implementation of bicycle shelters at transit-proximate demand points.

Alexandria City map showing Eugene Simpson Park-Dog Park

Eugene Simpson Park Renovation Projects

In 2014, the City completed a Citywide Parks Improvement Plan for six parks, including a plan for Simpson Park. Several plan recommendations have been implemented since 2014 and this project will address the remaining outstanding recommendations.

Four Mile Run Bridge Deck Damage Under

Four Mile Run Trail Bridge Project

In Summer 2021, it was observed during a field inspection that a hole had formed in the Four Mile Run Park Trail bridge deck. After a follow-up structural inspection, it was determined that the condition of the bridge was not suitable for use by people driving, biking, or walking.

RPCA ParkLink Webbox

Joseph Hensley Park Renovation

Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities is currently designing a renovation of Joseph Hensley Park, scheduled for phased implementation beginning in 2022. The proposed design plan has a number of amendments to the endorsed 2014 Joseph Hensley Park Improvement Plan.

Lucky Run Stream photo

Lucky Run Stream Restoration

Lucky Run is a tributary to Four Mile Run and part of the larger Potomac River watershed. The Lucky Run watershed consists of approximately 225 acres of densely developed urban land and as a result, the stream currently exhibits instability along with several unfavorable characteristics.

Eisenhower Avenue Bridge Over Cameron Run

Old Cameron Run Trail Project

This project will help address a major gap in the City’s trail system and provide a key link in the bicycle and pedestrian transportation system. The goal of this project is to create a more direct and conflict-free connection for people walking and biking.

SeeWorthy in the Park Logo

Robinson Terminal South Update: Historic Ship Stabilization

This project includes the stabilization and storage of three historic ship remnants excavated at the Robinson Landing Site. 

River Renew logo

Stormwater Infrastructure Projects

The stormwater infrastructure projects presented on this webpage help the City achieve pollution reductions associated with the Chesapeake Bay TMDL as mandated through the City's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit. 

Strawberry Run Conditions photo

Strawberry Run Stream Restoration

The Strawberry Run Stream Restoration project involves the restoration of approximately 900 linear feet section of stream traveling through Fort Williams Park off of Duke Street.

Taylor Run Proposed Conditions View 2

Taylor Run Stream Restoration

The Taylor Run Stream Restoration project involves the restoration of approximately 1,900 linear feet section of stream near the Chinquapin Recreation Center and along the walking path in Chinquapin Park and Forest Park.

natural and pollinator-friendly habitat areas

Windmill Hill Park Project - Phase II

Phase two of the Windmill Hill Park Project will focus on the west side of Windmill Hill Park adjacent to the Wilkes Street Tunnel and Wilkes Street right-of-way

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