Last week, crews placed the concrete for the bridge abutments that will hold the new pedestrian bridge.
This week, the team will deliver and install the pedestrian bridge, which will bring a new look, feel and support for bicyclists, pedestrians and all trail users. On Tuesday, crews plan to place the concrete for the wing walls. The team will then haul the pre-fabricated bridge structure up La Fox River Drive approaching the trail from the south side. A large crane will be in place to lift bridge structure into place on Wednesday, July 1. The bridge abutments will hold the new bridge higher above ground to allow vehicles to safely pass under it.
Please note: There are free, public parking lots near the trail (marked on the detour map below). Please park in these lots and not in the construction zone. Also, as an important reminder, during COVID-19 we ask that trail users not stop and congregate on the trail.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we construct this project!
Construction Detour:
The temporary ramp will route users to La Fox River Drive onto local streets where they can safely reconnect to the Prairie Trail through Towne Park. Please utilize the free, public parking lots indicated on the map. For safety purposes, we kindly ask that you walk your bicycle while in the construction zone.