Rivergate Parkway Bridge

Announcement

Aug. 15, 2024 - Construction for this project is nearing completion. The bridge's box beams have been installed, the sidewalk has been poured and the bridge deck has been installed. Remaining work includes curb & gutter and the asphalt tie-in to the existing roadway.

  • Project typeBridges; Transportation
  • Project budget$2.85 million (funded through the Neighborhood Transportation Program and the Mitigate Congestion Program)
  • Project phaseConstruction

 Part of the Mitigate Congestion Program

Project Overview

This project will connect opposite ends of Rivergate Parkway to span Walker Branch. The bridge will connect surrounding neighborhoods to existing retail and to South Tryon Street nearby.

Project Goals

  • To increase connectivity for motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists

  • To improve neighborhood access to retail and a major thoroughfare 

Public Involvement

The construction inspector has sent notices to surrounding residences and businesses.

Vicinity Map

line drawing of a map of the project area, with a red dot indicating the location of the bridge

Project Contacts

Derrel Poole, Project Manager
General Services
704.534.2789
derrel.poole@charlottenc.gov

Matt Magnasco, P.E., Assoc. DBIA
Senior Engineering Project Manager
Charlotte Department of Transportation
704.582.1829
matt.magnasco@charlottenc.gov

Kendall Griffin
Construction Manager
General Services
704.517.4643
kendall.griffin@charlottenc.gov

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