# @chapelboronews on Instagram

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- **Posted:** 2025-10-17T14:15:09.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Chapelboro.com (@chapelboronews) — https://gondola.cc/chapelboronews

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The Town of Chapel Hill said it will begin the process of repairing trails damaged by Tropical Depression Chantal this week.

In a release on October 9, the town said repairs will be conducted by the Town of Chapel Hill Public Works and Parks Maintenance staff.

“Folks will notice barricades blocking the areas where we are actively working,” said Lance Norris, Director of Public Works. “It’s critical for their safety – and the safety of our staff – that they stay out of closed areas while this work is happening.”

Tropical Depression Chantal made its way to Chapel Hill and surrounding areas on July 6, 2025, flooding large portions of the community. Homes and businesses were damaged and destroyed, and public infrastructure like trails and greenways located near water sources took a beating. Atuya Cornwell, Director of Parks and Recreation, said repairing this infrastructure is urgent for the community.

“We know our greenways are the only way for walkers, bikers, and rollers to travel well away from cars,” he said. “We’re eager to reopen these trails and we’re grateful for the patience our community has shown.” 

The town provided specific plans for the Bolin Creek trail, the Fordham side path and the Morgan Creek trail.

At Bolin Creek, repairs will begin on the west side of the trail towards Umstead Drive and Umstead Park, and will progress eastward towards the Community Center. The town said this work is expected to last three weeks, weather permitting, and the trail will be reopened one section at a time. Part of the repair process will be narrowing the trail where damage is the most severe to allow its use while more extensive and long-term recovery work takes place.

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