Flooding closes Rockford parks, paths, sports facilities

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Flooding in Rockford

ROCKFORD (WREX) - The high waters on the Rock River has forced the Rockford Park District to close a number of its facilities.

The following parks, paths and sports facilities are closed until further notice:

• Martin Park including the Recreation Path

• Sportscore One Complex is closed: Soccer and softball games have been rescheduled to other fields

• Sportscore Rec Path closed from Harlem Toll Bridge to Elmwood Road

• Shorewood Park Rec Path

• Forest City Queen will remain docked until the Rock River opens

Open with Limited Access

• Sinnissippi Gardens and Rock River Rec Path are open. The Auburn Street underpass is closed as are a few path areas from Auburn Street to the YMCA. The areas with water on the path are marked and path users can detour around them.

• Blackhawk Park is open with some parking areas and sections of roadway closed

For information on rescheduled softball and soccer field locations, visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org or call 815-987-8800.

Meanwhile, the Kishwaukee River in Winnebago County has re-opened to all recreational activity.

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