Oh no! We're back to a Wichita Falls without a falls. Everybody panic!

It was about a week ago that the city announced that The Falls would be shut off for about a week for routine maintenance. This would include a cleaning and evaluation of the pump for The Falls that actually can pump 3,500 gallons of water per minute. Well that evaluation did not go well because The Falls will remain off.

City of Wichita Falls Statement on Waterfall Shut Down

In an effort to ensure the longevity of the Falls for our community, they were recently closed for cleaning, maintenance, and for an evaluation of the overall structure,
pump facilities and controls. Through the course of that evaluation, it has been determined that due to the overall condition of the Falls, they will need to remain off indefinitely until a long-term solution and plan have been developed. This will minimize any further damage to the façade of the Falls. City staff anticipate a completed assessment with repair recommendations towards the end of the year. At that time a thorough and long-term plan of action will be developed. Trail access will remain open as there is no danger to the public.

Put the Falls Back in Wichita Falls Song

Without the Wichita Falls Waterfall running, according to the song above, people visiting Wichita Falls will be very confused. We will wait and see what actually needs to be replaced within The Falls. It was back in June when it was brought up that this structure that has been running since 1987, needs some updates. You know what that means

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