YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - A project to improve the area around Lake Cohasset inside Mill Creek MetroParks began on Tuesday.

The project includes reconstruction of the failed shoulder on West Cohasset Drive, as well as shoreline cleanup around portions of the lake.

Officials said cleanup will include the removal of fallen and/or dead limbs, branches, and trees.The lake's water levels will be monitored and adjusted to assist with the cleanup and reconstruction efforts.

West Cohasset Drive and the East Cohasset Hiking Trail will close periodically during the project which is expected to last up to 5 weeks.