News Release

Badlands National Park’s Accessibility Self Evaluation and Transition Plan (SETP)

Badlands National Park seeks public comment on the park’s new accessibility plan.

Date: April 12, 2024

Interior, SD – Badlands National Park’s Accessibility Self Evaluation and Transition Plan (SETP) includes findings from the self-evaluation process, as well as a plan for improving accessibility parkwide. The SETP resulted from the work of a National Park Service (NPS) interdisciplinary design team, including planning, design, and construction professionals; and interpretive, resource, visitor safety, maintenance, and accessibility specialists.

Site plans, photographs, and specific actions for accomplishing work in priority park areas were developed, and associated time frames and implementation strategies were established to assist NPS staff in scheduling and performing required actions and to document work as it is completed. Park policies, practices, communication, and training needs were also addressed.

The goals of the plan are to 1) document existing park barriers to accessibility for people with disabilities, 2) provide an effective approach for upgrading facilities, services, activities, and programs, and 3) instill a culture around creating universal access.

Please direct any questions or comments to https://parkplanning.nps.gov/BadlandsSETP from April 15th through May15th, 2024.



More information about the park can be found at the park website: Badlands National Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)

 

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