The bridge will be built as part of the pedestrian access and redevelopment corridor (Parc) project, which has been on the city’s wish list for over a decade but delayed by funding shortfalls. The city said that the US$20 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (Raise) grant, administered by the US Department of Transportation, ensures Parc can move ahead.
The project will connect the downtown, Mill Creek and Lowe Mill communities via greenways and a suspended pedestrian bridge designed by Rosales. The three areas are currently separated by two major state and federal roads: US 231 and US 431/AL53.
Mayor Tommy Battle said: “Huntsville welcomes the Raise grant, which will allow us to take property out of flood zones, enhance connectivity and improve our transportation grid along Pinhook Creek. We appreciate our partnership with the federal government and this grant, which will help us take Huntsville to the next level.”