Hollow Creek Greenway

Current Status

Construction of the first 1.4-mile section of this greenway began in 2007 and is expected to be completed over a 12-month period. In addition to grading, preparation of trail sub-surface, drainage, and laying of a crushed stone surface, the project includes the construction of several bridges.

Local residents are reminded to avoid the site during this construction period for their own safety and the safety of construction workers.

Project Location

York County, PA - Springfield Township and Loganville Borough.

Participating Agencies

York County Department of Parks and Recreation, York County Rail Trail Authority, Springfield Township, Loganville Borough, York County Planning Commission.

Funding Sources

Springfield Township, Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Transportation Enhancement Program.

Vision

In 1996 Springfield Township adopted a new Official Township Map. This map delineated greenways throughout the township and provided a greenway definition with two goals. First, providing for permanent open space in developed areas, and second, encouraging non-motorized transportation and recreation. In conjunction with the development of Logan's Reserve, the first greenway could be established.

In the spring of 2004, the project was awarded state and federal money to complete engineering and construction of the first 1.4-mile section. In August 2004 representatives from PennDOT, PA DCNR, York County Parks, York County Planning, and the Rail Trail Authority met with local planners to determine initial steps in the project.

During 2005 the project moved forward with engineering and design, as well as investigating opportunities to link to nearby county parks.

The Future

The trail will start in Loganville Borough, pass through the township center, and end at a trailhead to be devloped in Phase 2. The alignment will afford easy access from several neighborhoods, parks, an elementary school, and a future school location. The projected low gradients of the trail will make it accessible to the elderly, very young, and physically challenged. The 10-foot soft-surface trail will be designed for pedestrians, cyclists, and equestrian users.

The greenway definition of conservation of open space includes water quality and wildlife habitat enhancements. In conjunction with the construction of the trail, stream and bank restoration, exotic plant control, and native plant installations will be accomplished by other agencies. Wildlife and aquatic habitats will also be improved. Future connections to other parks, neighborhoods, and the Heritage Rail Trail County Park have been planned.