FISH CREEK, WI (WTAQ) – Plans to rebuild Eagle Tower at Peninsula State Park are underway.
In May 2015, park officials closed the tower to the public after an inspection report revealed structural problems.
“Repairing the existing tower is not feasible based on the overall condition of the wood members and load bearing abilities of the current structure as identified in the engineering reports,” Ben Bergey, director of the Wisconsin State Park System, told FOX 11.
Deconstruction of the tower is scheduled to begin next month, and it could cause temporary trail closures near the tower, as well as rerouting traffic from a section of Shore Road.
The tower will be taken down in 3 sections.
Park officials also say there will be opportunities for visitors to view the deconstruction process.
