A series of turf renovations at one of Chapel Hill’s largest park is temporarily closing its athletics fields.

The town government shared a release on Thursday saying replacement of artificial turf across Cedar Falls Park’s multi-use fields is underway. Community groups and athletics teams that use the field were reportedly notified in advance of the closure, which is expected to last six to eight weeks.

“We’re excited for this renovation and replacement, and it will significantly improve the quality of play of the field and the experience for our residents,” said Kevin Robinson, senior manager of planning & park operations for Chapel Hill.

The town said the existing turf fields at Cedar Falls Park were installed in 2012-13, meaning the replacement and renovation is necessary after a decade of extended use. Updating the synthetic turf with a two-inch fiber turf with extra padding will help address the health and safety of those who regularly use the fields. Chapel Hill said the crumb-rubber infill will also be replaced with a natural, organic cork material as well — similar to that used at the new synthetic fields at Homestead Park. In its release, the town said this choice of infill is more environmentally friendly and engineered using recycled materials.

The 66-acre community park’s other athletics facilities, which include baseball fields and tennis courts, also recently underwent renovation. The remaining amenities at Cedar Falls Park, like the paved trails and a playground, are open to the public.

Those interested in more information about the turf field renovations at Cedar Falls Park are encouraged to email Robinson or visit the Town of Chapel Hill’s parks website. The full release about the field closure can be found here.

 

Photo via the Town of Chapel Hill.

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