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East Lake Sammamish Trail (ELST) Phase IIThe East Lake Sammamish Trail (ELST) project includes design and construction of an alternative non-motorized transportation corridor and a multi-use recreational trail along 11 miles of the former Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad corridor on the east side of Lake Sammamish. The trail will provide access to recreation, employment, and retail centers in the Cities of Redmond, Sammamish, and Issaquah and complete a link in the King County regional trails system. The design team for this project is currently being led by engineering firm, Parametrix. For frequently asked questions about the project, please visit our FAQ sheet. Gina Auld | Project Manager Robert Nunnenkamp | Parks Land Manager |
Phase I, the Interim Use Trail & Resource Protection Plan: Construction of the last segment of the Interim Use Trail was completed and opened in March 2006. The Interim Use Trail is now approximately 11 miles in length, beginning at Phase II, the Master Plan Trail: A Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Master Plan Trail is scheduled to be published and available October 2006. The DEIS describes and evaluates five alternatives. Upon publication of the DEIS, a comment period and one or more meetings will be scheduled during which additional public comments will be welcome. To view or download the Draft EIS click here |
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For questions about the Parks and Recreation Division, please contact Kathy Nygard, Assistant to the Director For questions about the Web site for the Parks and Recreation Division, please contact Eli Brownell. Parks and Recreation Division |
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