InTucker Magazine

Parks & Recreation Project Updates

BIG PROGRESS AT JOHNS HOMESTEAD PARK!

We’re in the home stretch of the Johns Homestead Park Dam Project and it’s exciting to see everything coming together!

The spillways are now complete (with safety guardrails coming soon), and both the upper and lower dam slopes have been fully seeded. The lower lake is partially filled and will be completely filled once the final railings are installed. You’ll also begin to see new signage popping up throughout the park.

The observation deck and dock are already constructed, and the roof and handrails will be finished in the coming weeks. Soon, this will be a beautiful spot to relax, enjoy the water, and take in the natural surroundings.

Connectivity is also getting a major upgrade. New trail bridges have been ordered and have been installed this fall, making it easier to access the lakes from the historic house, Lawrenceville Highway parking lot, and the Zemory Drive community. Residents from Edinburgh Drive will enjoy direct access to the new natural trail loop around the lakes.

The Stapp Drive neighborhood will benefit from a new small parking lot to reduce on-street parking, along with a new sidewalk connection leading directly to the lake, observation deck, and pavilion. Public Works is currently evaluating Stapp Drive to determine if any roadway improvements are needed as part of these final enhancements.

We anticipate the project to be completed by late May or early June. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to enjoy this revitalized, connected, and nature-focused space!

Stay tuned, the best is yet to come!

LAKE ERIN DAM PROJECT AT HENDERSON PARK

Progress continues at Henderson Park as improvements to the Lake Erin Dam move steadily forward. The project is now approximately 70% complete, with several major components already finished, including excavation, removal of unsuitable soil, installation of the new intake tower, placement and encasement of the 48-inch pipe, and construction of the impact basin.

Backfilling operations are now underway and are expected to take at least 30 days, depending largely on weather conditions. At this stage, rainfall is the primary factor influencing the construction schedule, as proper soil compaction is critical to the long-term stability of the dam. We are still targeting substantial completion by the end of spring, weather permitting.

All park trails remain open with the exception of the White Trail within the construction limits. We appreciate the community’s patience as this essential infrastructure work moves forward. These improvements will help protect Lake Erin and preserve Henderson Park as a safe, sustainable, and beautiful space for fishing, walking, wildlife viewing, and everyday enjoyment for years to come.

HENDERSON PARK MASTER PLAN

Henderson Park Master Plan process is coming soon! An evaluation committee is currently reviewing and scoring 15 design proposals submitted by qualified planning firms. Once a firm is selected, we will officially launch the master planning process, which will include community engagement, site analysis, and long-term visioning to guide future improvements and investments at Henderson Park.

We look forward to working alongside residents and stakeholders to shape the next chapter of one of Tucker’s most treasured parks.