The Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail began a project in the Fall of 2022 to address deteriorated trail surface conditions due to factors like tree root intrusion, weathering, and heavy usage. The trail surface contained multiple bumps and potholes causing injuries and an uncomfortable experience.
This ongoing work has been made possible through the support of donors. Donate today to help us complete this project.
Restoration Activities
- Trail Bump Removal: FoMVT volunteers use an EDCO CPM-8 Creteplaner to grind bumps caused by root heaves.
- Pothole Filling: FoMVT volunteers use asphalt cold path to fill potholes on the trail to create a smoother surface.
- Crack Filling: FoMVT volunteers use a crack filler machine to apply hot filler to cracks on the trail.
Key Accomplishments
Fall 2022: Acquired EDCO CPM-8 Creteplaner to remove trail bumps.
November 2023: Acquired EDCO Diamond Drum accelerating bump removal speed and quality.
March 2025: Completed removal of over 1,000 trail bumps.
2022 – Present: Filled 130 potholes
What’s Next?
Spring-Summer 2025: Fill remaining potholes
Fall 2025: Begin crack filling work
Winter 2025: Trail bump touch ups
How You Can Help
Each pothole repair costs approximately $25 in materials. Running the bump removal machine costs approximately $1,000 a year for fuel and maintenance. Your donation is essential to completing trail surface repairs.