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York Boulevard stairs in Hamilton closed due to safety concerns
The City of Hamilton has closed the stairs from York Boulevard to the Waterfront Trail due to safety concerns with its retaining wall.
The structure near the McQuesten High Level Bridge leads pedestrians from the York Boulevard multi-use path to the Waterfront Trail at the Desjardins Canal.
“Through regular maintenance inspections it has been discovered that a retaining wall, that is part of the structure that the stairs are constructed on, has loose stones and is showing signs of fatigue. The steel stair structure itself is not failing; rather, the wall upon which some of the stair footings are located is the concern.
“This is an important recreational link that is well used by residents, and staff will work as quickly as possible, while still ensuring all proper due diligence is
considered to repair the retaining wall,” a statement from the City read.
considered to repair the retaining wall,” a statement from the City read.
The Waterfront Trail from Princess Point to Bayfront Park will remain open.
The work is expected to mean a “long-term closure” of the stairs. No length of closure estimate was provided from the City of Hamilton.
