Summary
The Kanawha Boulevard skate park is closed for major bridge repairs that could last until May 2028. A temporary skate park is being set up at the King Center with input from the skating community, and should open soon.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city bought some new features at low cost and moved portable ones for the temporary park.
Skaters, especially younger ones, who'll have a place to ride while the main park is closed.
Skaters who lose their popular full-size park for what could be more than a year.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Parks and Recreation Committee - Oct 5, 2026
The Kanawha Boulevard skate park is closed for major bridge repairs that could last until May 2028. A temporary skate park is being set up at the King Center with input from the skating community, and should open soon.
Face planted: Charleston skatepark closed for Interstate 64 bridge rehab project
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