This project proposes to install a Class I multi-use trail with boardwalk structures and other improvements in the Lotus/ Coloma area along the South Fork of the American River. It will connect SR-49 improvements to Henningsen Lotus Park by way of a new Class I trail, approximately 2,300 linear feet of new Class I multi-use trail (for bicycles and pedestrians), approximately 1,025 linear feet of elevated boardwalk,1,800 linear feet of Guardrail, and improvements to existing pullouts along Lotus Road. There are currently funds for the planning, environmental, design, and right of way phases of the project. Future construction funds are being pursued.
Public Input during Planning Process
Opportunities for public input on this project will be provided throughout the planning and environmental process. For more information about the Hennginsen/ Lotus Class I Multi-Use Project including updates, status, schedule, etc., refer to this project website.
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What's New
Updates & Presentations
Public Meeting with the Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee on November 2, 2023: https://eldorado.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=6385172&GUID=C3BA4CDE-138F-4DAB-AC38-B79981F274F8
PowerPoint Slides from the November 2, 2023 Meeting - Posted 11/03/2023
Public Meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission on June 15, 2023: https://eldorado.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=6232391&GUID=F2F48DFA-CD81-40DA-99D7-2A0AA1DCB92B
Public Meeting with the Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee on April 6, 2023: This project was discussed during item #2 on the agenda.
Town Hall Meeting on May 12, 2022: PowerPoint Slides from this meeting
Project Schedule
Planning/ Environmental 2023 - 2024
Preliminary Engineering/ Design 2023 - 2024
Right of Way 2024 - 2025
Construction 2025 - 2026*
Project Completion 2026 - 2027*
*Pending project funding and construction clearances