| Ranking |
Good Idea |
| Description |
In 1998, the city of Austin, Texas utilized its Transportation Enhancement funds to build a vehicle-free bridge adjacent to the existing Lamar Boulevard Bridge. Citizens, professionals, and government agencies collaborated on the vision and design for the bridge.
The new bridge, James D. Pfluger, FAIA, Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge, was built in order to relieve traffic congestion, improve pedestrian/bicyclist safety, and enhance the overall experience of crossing the Colorado River. It was completed by 2001 and has since been accessible by foot, bicycle, stroller, and wheelchair. |
| Goal / Mission |
The goal of the bridge project was to improve safety for pedestrians and address automobile traffic congestion on the Lamar Boulevard Bridge. |
| Results / Accomplishments |
Individuals on both sides of the Colorado River now have a healthy and safe commute alternative to driving. The bridge has been utilized by thousands of individuals everyday. |
| Categories |
Transportation / Alternative Travel
Public Safety / Transportation Safety
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| Organization(s) |
City of Austin, Texas |
| Source |
Rails to Trails Conservancy |
| Date of Implementation |
1998 |
| Geographic Type |
Urban |
| Location |
City: Austin |
| Primary Contact |
Kalpana Sutaria
Austin Public Works Department
505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 1300
Austin, TX 78704
512-974-7225
Kalpana.Sutaria@ci.austin.tx.us
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/publicworks/
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| For more details |
http://www.enhancements.org/misc/TEGuide2002.pdf
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/downtown/1001/pfluge...
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| Target Audience |
Children, Adults, Families |
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