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Keillor Point / "End Of The World"

What do you think the city should do with "The End of the World"?

  • Leave it as is - access barriers, fines and all

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Demolish it

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Other (post comment)

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • Total voters
    10
  • Poll closed .
Sounds like the city is moving ahead with redevelopment of End of the World.

Reference ID: Job No 287071540-001
Description: To demolish a portion of an existing concrete structure and to construct exterior alterations to a Public Park (a viewing platform, Trail, and landscaping).
Location: 13204 - FOX DRIVE NW
Plan 9825678 Lot 2
Applicant: DIALOG
Status: Intake Review
Create Date: 7/9/2018 3:08:32 PM
Neighbourhood: RIVER VALLEY WHITEMUD

I believe that's the Whitemud Equine Center property not the End of the World. I could be wrong.
 
Permit Class Class A
Permit Date Sep 10, 2018
Status Approved
Description of Development To demolish a portion of an existing concrete structure and to construct exterior alterations to a Public Park (a viewing platform, trail, and landscaping - KEILLOR POINT).
Address 13204 - FOX DRIVE NW
Legal DescriptionPlan 9825678 Lot 2
Neighbourhood RIVER VALLEY WHITEMUD
Neighbourhood Classification River Valley
Ward Ward 10
Zoning A, A
 
Construction starting at Keillor Point
October 22, 2018

Construction mobilization for the new Keillor Point Project started today, Monday, October 22, 2018.

Keillor Point is located at the top of the river bank on Saskatchewan Drive in the Belgravia neighbourhood and is commonly referred to as ‘End of the World’.

A new staircase, hand railings and viewing area will formalize this popular spot and create a safe, welcoming place for locals and visitors to enjoy Edmonton’s beautiful river valley views. A new granular trail will improve accessibility to this destination and will be connected to the city’s trail network.

The City of Edmonton has worked closely with the Belgravia community, adjacent residents, the general public and technical experts to develop and approve the final design.

Edmontonians are reminded that access to this location in the river valley remains prohibited. People are asked to avoid this area and respect all signage until construction is complete.

Construction of the staircase and viewing area is anticipated for completion in late 2018 or early 2019, welcoming public use. Final details and landscaping will be completed in the spring of 2019, weather dependent.

For more information:
edmonton.ca/KeillorPointProject

Media contact:
Claire Graff
Communications Advisor
780-496-8771
 
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Keillor-Point-Viewing-Area.jpg


Project Overview
Following closure of the old Keillor Road, large pillars from a retaining wall remain in the river valley bank. This location became a popular location for people to view Edmonton’s river valley and west Edmonton, despite the site restrictions and prohibited access signage.

Recession and slumping of the embankment, along with deterioration of the pillars, present a significant safety hazard.

A study was conducted on slope stability which recommended that a viewpoint be constructed on top of the current concrete pillars using the existing trails for access.

The study also informed that vegetation on top of the bank should be left to help maintain slope stability.

Improvements were suggested for access routes, railings and a viewing area. All improvements considered will ensure safety and security at this location.

The City of Edmonton Naming Committee approved the name Keillor Point for this project site.

Detailed Design of the Keillor Point Viewing Area was completed in August 2018 and funding for construction was approved in September 2018.

Construction is anticipated to take approximately 3 months.

https://www.edmonton.ca/projects_plans/parks_recreation/keillor-point-viewing-area.aspx
 
@Nosirrah Can't find a lot of images of the original roadway on Google; guess it wasn't exciting enough of a place to take photos?

This slideshow has like, one image before it collapsed, on page 10:

This guy has a neat one of the collapse in 2003:

This PDF has some shots in 2004 starting at page 15 (among other interesting stuff about Edmonton's geology):
 

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