Morad Park

Morad Park, with its trail by the river, will reopen at 3 p.m. for regular use.

The City will report sample results when they become available.

The City thanks the public for their patience during this brief closure.

In a tribute to the power of social media, some people from Oregon the Facebook post about the float trip and added it to their itinerary while they were visiting Casper.

Leashes are recommended during the maintenance work to help keep pets safe.

Dog owners are encouraged to visit Morad Park -- on Wyoming Boulevard north of CY Avenue -- and use the off-leash area during the closure.

It wasn't immediately clear when the pole might be removed. For now, it sure is a sight to see.

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is working with the city because improving drinking water for people also improves it for aquatic habitat.

Wyoming is known for wide open spaces and big blue sky. This gallery captures the magnificence of nature in Morad park and parts of the North Platte Trail.

With the hot weather people are hitting the North Platte River. The water level is high, but if you are smart about things it can be safe.