Project Summary

Project Description

The Park Road Bridge Replacement project addressed the loss of a historic bridge washed away by the severe flooding and storm that transpired in August, 2024. Beyond simple replacement, the project demanded a blend of engineering and sensitivity to both the surrounding community and the natural environment.

An 80-foot-long by 24-foot-wide Acrow steel panel bridge was selected for its strength, modularity, and ability to be erected efficiently while minimizing prolonged disruption to the community. Constructing new cast-in-place abutments in a storm-damaged river corridor required extensive excavation and slope stabilization. Over 150 linear feet of slope was graded and armored with Rip Rap to protect against future storm runoff and ensure long-term stability.

The project also required reconstruction of the riverbed to properly support bridge footings and restore the natural flow of the watercourse, a technically demanding effort requiring coordination with environmental permitting standards.

Safety upgrades included installation of TL-4 compliant guiderails along the new span, providing motorists with a higher level of protection than the previous structure. Roadside and site landscaping restored the visual character of the corridor, replanting vegetation along the river and wetlands to soften the impact of heavy construction.

The project exemplifies resilience: it transformed a washed-out crossing into a robust, storm-resistant structure that will safeguard the community’s access for decades. Its balance of structural innovation, environmental care, and thoughtful restoration demonstrates why it merits recognition.