Gay Lea Trail Closed After Flood Damage | Des Moines News

A major section of the Gay Lea Wilson Trail in Des Moines is shut down after heavy flooding over the weekend caused severe erosion along Fourmile Creek, with water levels soaring past thirteen feet and washing away the trail’s foundation. Though the area was already known to be vulnerable, the flood dramatically worsened the situation, prompting city officials to prioritize safety over reopening. With no safe detour available and federal assistance potentially extending recovery time, users are being urged to stay away — as the trail could collapse under more water. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/396ca40a84772bbf