Stokes County announces temporary Moratock Park closures
The Stokes County Government announced today that Moratock Park in Danbury, North Carolina, will be closed on weekends and holidays beginning June 13, 2026, due to significant public safety concerns associated with ongoing bridge construction and demolition activities adjacent to the park.
The decision follows formal consideration and discussion by the Stokes County Board of Commissioners, who determined that temporary closures during peak visitation periods are necessary to protect residents and visitors while critical infrastructure work is underway.
Construction activity near the park includes heavy equipment operation, demolition staging, and intermittent traffic pattern changes. County officials emphasized that these conditions create elevated safety risks that cannot be adequately mitigated during high-volume park use.
Weekday access to Moratock Park will remain available at this time. The county will continue to monitor construction progress and public safety conditions and will provide updates as needed.
Stokes County appreciates the public’s understanding and cooperation as this essential infrastructure project moves forward.
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