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Mississippi National River and Recreation Area
Kaposia Landing
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Overview
Kaposia Landing is the site of a former construction/demolition landfill on the bank of the Mississippi River. Never properly capped off, the landfill contained physical hazards, including ground voids and shifting debris. Funded by Minnesota bonding bills in 2004 and 2006, rehabilitation included capping the landfill and stabilizing nearly a mile of Mississippi River shoreline.
Formerly known as Port Crosby, Kaposia Landing sprawls across 87 acres on the west bank of the Mississippi River. An off-leash dog park is available.
Activities: Biking and walking trail on the South Saint Paul Riverfront Trail, pavilion and picnic shelter, picnicking, restrooms, playground, softball field, tennis courts, volleyball, ice skating, dog park.
Hours: Call for information.
Contact Information: Call the City of South Saint Paul Parks and Recreation at (651) 306-3690.
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Did You Know?
In 1952, the Mississippi River flooded hundreds of acres of farmland and multiple cities. Over 2,000 families were homeless because of the high water.
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Last Updated: January 29, 2009 at 14:00 EST |
