Paducah to remove aging structures as part of park improvements

FOX23 News at 9 p.m

PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — Paducah Parks and Recreation will begin improvement projects Friday at two local parks, including the removal of aging structures to improve safety.

Officials said a contractor will remove a deteriorated pedestrian bridge near John Sheppard Field that spans Cross Creek behind the softball and soccer complex. The project is expected to take two to three days, weather permitting.

Pedestrians are encouraged to use the nearby South 24th Street bridge, which was rehabilitated in 2020 and includes ADA-compliant sidewalks.

Crews will also remove an aging pavilion at Midtown Park off Adams Street. Officials said the demolition will improve safety and allow for future park enhancements. That project is also expected to take two to three days.

Both parks will remain open during the work, but visitors are asked to avoid active construction areas.