Conversion of the Rail Corridor to a Multi-Use Trail from Marlatts Road to Rice Road (Preliminary Design Study)

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Study Overview

The City of Thorold is initiating improvements to the existing rail trail between Marlatts Road and approximately 120 m west of Rice Road to the Town of Pelham municipal boundary (see key map). A municipal class environmental assessment study is not required for this work.

The key aspects of this work will include but are not limited to the following:

  • Upgrade the gravel trail to a multi-use path
  • Realign trail crossings at roadways (as required)
  • Identify locations for trail signage
  • Prepare preliminary design drawings

We welcome comments and questions at any time during the study. Please use the tools below to submit questions and comments.

Study Overview

The City of Thorold is initiating improvements to the existing rail trail between Marlatts Road and approximately 120 m west of Rice Road to the Town of Pelham municipal boundary (see key map). A municipal class environmental assessment study is not required for this work.

The key aspects of this work will include but are not limited to the following:

  • Upgrade the gravel trail to a multi-use path
  • Realign trail crossings at roadways (as required)
  • Identify locations for trail signage
  • Prepare preliminary design drawings

We welcome comments and questions at any time during the study. Please use the tools below to submit questions and comments.

  • Design Input Survey

    The City of Thorold has initiated a Preliminary Design study to convert the existing gravel Rail Trail to a primary trail. 

    This survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. Public and stakeholders' opinions, along with technical and policy considerations, will be used to inform the design.

    Take Survey
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