DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The City of Davenport is removing some flood measures as the Mississippi River continues to drop.<\/p>\n
In an update released Tuesday, city officials said the river may fall below 15 feet this weekend. <\/p>\n
\"Keeping our fingers crossed that the Mississippi continues to drop before winter fully arrives,\" the post stated.<\/p>\n
Officials say Parks and Public Works crews may have Credit Island reopened later this week after debris removal and temporary patching is complete. <\/p>\n
Crews will also finish removing the temporary flood walls at Modern Woodmen Park by the end of the day on Wednesday.<\/p>\n
The following measures will stay in place until river levels fall more and cleaning can be done: <\/p>\n
Roads: - S Concord is closed between River Dr and Utah. The river will need to fall below 14 FT before portions can be re-opened.- Gaines St is closed S of River Dr. This stretch should re-open at the end of the day Wed Oct 30.<\/p>\n
Recreation: - Credit Island may re-open later in the week. The recreational trail between Marquette and Credit Island will remain closed until river levels fall below 14.5 FT.- The riverfront walk between LeClaire Park and Marquette is closed. Look for news on re-opening next week.- The dock at Marquette St Landing is in place; however, it is unusable due to the river level.<\/p>\n
Facilities: - The flood wall at Modern Woodmen Park will be fully removed by the end of the day Wed Oct 30.- The River's Edge, Freight House Farmer's Market, and Modern Woodmen Park remain open for business.- The Compost Facility is accessible by taking Rockingham Rd\/Hwy 22 to Wapello to Railroad Ave.<\/p>\n
Other measures: - Pumps are set, and appropriate gates closed in various low-lying areas of the city.- Crews continue to monitor conditions and remain prepared to respond as necessary. <\/p>\n
Another flood update will be issued next week.<\/p>\n
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