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Magic Kingdom Expands Rivers of America Construction Walls Into Drained Riverbed

The work advances site preparation for a Cars-themed Piston Peak National Park replacing the retired riverboat plus Tom Sawyer Island.

Overview

  • New beige-scrim barriers now line the Frontierland pier and extend into sections of the former riverbed.
  • Scaffolding runs from Liberty Square toward Tiana’s Bayou Adventure as crews continue visible site work.
  • Most Liberty Square Riverboat track remains exposed, with a section near Tiana’s Bayou Adventure removed earlier and concrete blocks now visible nearby.
  • Guests can still use the Frontierland boardwalk for limited views despite growing restricted zones.
  • Roughly 2,000 fish were relocated to Seven Seas Lagoon following the river’s draining and closures announced on July 7, 2025.