Barriers block vehicle access Thursday to the French Falls Recreation Area’s deeply-rutted parking lot in Jay. People may still use the Riverwalk Trails. Public Works Director John Johnson said he hopes to level the lot next week if it’s dried out. Donna M. Perry/Sun Journal

Barriers block vehicle access Thursday to the road leading to the deeply rutted parking lot at French Falls Recreation Area in Jay, but people can still use the Riverwalk Trails. Public Works Director John Johnson said he hopes to level the lot next week if it’s dry enough. Donna M. Perry/Sun Journal