The Town of Lake Lure has sadly announced that the beloved Lake Lure Flowering Bridge will be permanently taken down following severe structural damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene in September 2024. Two independent engineering assessments concluded that the bridge is beyond repair and cannot be safely restored.

Mitch Contracting has been awarded the removal contract after a competitive bidding process. Demolition is scheduled to begin August 18, 2025, and will likely take several weeks to complete.

For public safety, all access to the bridge and surrounding areas will be restricted during demolition. This includes both the east and west sides, near the Flowering Bridge Education Center. The Town urges residents and visitors to respect posted signage and barriers throughout the proces

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