Maintenance

A portion of the culvert beneath the bike trail near Aiken collapsed on the afternoon of Saturday, June 13.

We are currently working with residents in the Aiken area to ensure access to and from their homes. As part of these efforts, the bike trail will temporarily accommodate limited vehicular traffic until improved access routes to local roads are established.

City staff, in coordination with consulting engineers, are actively assessing the site conditions, including hydrology and hydraulic factors, to determine appropriate next steps for repair and stabilization.

Please be advised that any rainfall may carry water through the damaged culvert, potentially worsening the collapse and increasing safety risks. We strongly urge everyone to respect the cordoned area and stay clear of the site, as conditions remain dangerous.

Barricades are in place along the trail to maintain a safe distance for the public.

We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available in the coming days following completion of the assessment.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

The Galena River Trail is closed near Aiken for emergency repairs. There is no through access.

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced recently that weather permitting, construction on the bridge carrying U.S. 20/Illinois 84 across the Galena River will begin Monday, May 4.

The Large Dog section of the Galena Dog Park is closed for maintenance. Please use the Small Dog and Special Needs Dog areas as we make improvements. We appreciate your patience!