Gay Street Bridge repairs on schedule; City also studying possible future replacement options

With the Gay Street Bridge expected to reopen in less than four months to pedestrians and bicyclists, here is an update on what to expect next – and how possible long-range options for a modern new bridge are being explored.

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Short-term, after three detailed inspections pinpointed defects in the 127-year-old bridge, structural repairs to stabilize the bridge are mostly completed.

Blalock & Sons crews are continuing to make final repairs throughout this fall. The bridge remains on schedule to reopen to a limited number of pedestrians and bicyclists – but not to motorized vehicles – by Dec. 31, 2025.

But long-term – what happens w

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