FINAL DESIGN DETAIL: Park Street Spur

Park Street wetland

boardwalk. After the steep slope adjacent to Park Street, the path descends a more gradual slope and winds northeast to cross the east branch of White Brook where the banks are more gently sloped. A 60-ft boardwalk crosses the wetland.

A climb to a view.

The path ascends a moderately steep hill among cottonwoods and pines to emerge in the open area west of the mound of fill. Path users are rewarded for their effort with a spectacular view of Mt. Tom directly ahead to the east. This hillside would require some significant regrading to meet acceptable grades for an accessible path.

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White Brook West Branch

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White Brook East Branch

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Left: The wetland crossing over the west branch of White Brook.

Right: This forest was once an agricultural field, and is now a beautiful open woodland.