Flood damage in City of Logan parks. Credit: LCC
Logan City’s worst flood in nearly 50 years will require some long-term repairs to several popular parks, Logan City Council has announced.
Council says local flooding exceeded 2017 levels caused by ex-tropical cyclone Debbie, but was slightly lower than flood heights in 1974.
The force of the water and huge debris load impacted playground equipment at various sites, moved a concrete half-pipe at Waterford West and pulled concreted bollards out of the ground at Logan River Parklands.
Of Logan’s 958 parks, 15 parks were significantly impacted with repair works in progress or scheduled.
“We know how much our community enjoys our parks and green spaces, but safety and good health is even more important,” City of Logan Mayor Darren Power says, adding residents should avoid entering parks where flood damage is still evident.
“We just ask everyone to be patient as we work through what needs to be repaired, replaced or cleaned.
“And if you are using a re-opened park, we urge parents and carers to have mosquito repellent and antiseptic wipes on hand as extra back-ups.”
Parks still closed to facilitate essential clean-up work are:
- Tully Memorial, Beryl Parade, North Maclean
- Alexander Clarke, Dewar Drive, Loganholme
- Logan River Parklands, Pacific Highway service road, Beenleigh
Other parks significantly impacted but are partially re-opened as repair and clean-up works continue include:
- Riverdale Park (Meadowbrook)
- Glenlogan Lakes Park (Glenlogan)
- Albert River Parklands (Eagleby)
- Tansey Park (Tanah Merah)
- Loganlea picnic grounds
- Woodridge Adventure Park
- Bill Norris Oval (Beenleigh)
- Skinners Park (Carbrook)
Mountain bike trail networks were also impacted but most have now re-opened, including:
- Neville Lawrie Reserve
- Cornubia Forest Park
- Underwood Park
- Kimberley Forest Park
- Gramzow Road Link Trail
- Spring Mountain Forest Park
Some parks may be temporarily closed in coming weeks if repair works cannot be conducted safely without closing park gates to vehicular access. Council says in the cases where equipment needs replacing, it could take many weeks to get those items manufactured and delivered.
For the latest update on Council parks and mountain bike trails, go to Flood support, recovery and important information – Logan City Council
