Bikes & Pedestrians On The Fuller Warren Bridge?

[thelakelander]

I've witnessed people walking or biking over the Fuller Warren several times in the past. You have areas of decent density on both sides of the river and our climate, combined with the Acosta Bridge slopes are a huge disincentive to going two miles out of the way to cross the river.  With that said, the scarier situation is when you encounter pedestrians crossing the Mathews Bridge.

[floridaal]

The new I74 bridge spanning the Mississippi River between Illinois and Iowa just released plans to the public and it WILL include a biking and pedestrian component.  This project involves two states and connects Moline IL and Bettendorf IA.  It will be an interstate highway bridge with four lanes in each direction.  The plans are complete and construction will start soon.  So including this component IS being done!

photo from a QC Times article:
http://qctimes.com/gallery/traffic/new-i--bridge-drawings-and-maps/collection_924d2d7f-79d6-53b8-870f-e2b26ff310ed.html#6

[jaxjaguar]

I've witnessed people walking or biking over the Fuller Warren several times in the past. You have areas of decent density on both sides of the river and our climate, combined with the Acosta Bridge slopes are a huge disincentive to going two miles out of the way to cross the river.  With that said, the scarier situation is when you encounter pedestrians crossing the Mathews Bridge.

We should set up weekly walks / bike rides as a protest.

[jcjohnpaint]

Great find!

[tufsu1]

from what I've heard, FDOT is now working on plans that WILL include a dedicated bike/ped facility on the Fuller Warren Bridge

[thelakelander]

I'm in Chattanooga and have gotten to see and learn first hand about the revitalization of their downtown and riverfront. Much of it was due to the opening of the Walnut Street pedestrian bridge over the Tennessee River. I'll admit, it's pretty scenic but the Fuller Warren's location is just as impressive. If done right, the Fuller Warren project could deliver similar economic results on both sides of the river.

[BoldBoyOfTheSouth]

I'm in Chattanooga and have gotten to see and learn first hand about the revitalization of their downtown and riverfront. Much of it was due to the opening of the Walnut Street pedestrian bridge over the Tennessee River. I'll admit, it's pretty scenic but the Fuller Warren's location is just as impressive. If done right, the Fuller Warren project could deliver similar economic results on both sides of the river.

I'm looking forward to your upcoming article and photos!

You prove the point that Jackonsville does not need to reinvent the wheel.  All we need to do is emulate other successful cities and learn from past mistakes in planning, then adapt to our unique infrasturce and environment and create a bike/pedestrian plan even better than those other cities.

[tufsu1]

I'm in Chattanooga and have gotten to see and learn first hand about the revitalization of their downtown and riverfront. Much of it was due to the opening of the Walnut Street pedestrian bridge over the Tennessee River. I'll admit, it's pretty scenic but the Fuller Warren's location is just as impressive. If done right, the Fuller Warren project could deliver similar economic results on both sides of the river.

agreed...and I also think there's a chance to do some more ped/bike friendly improvements to the Main Street Bridge as well

[Lunican]

Some coverage for bikes on the Fuller Warren:  http://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/news/local/fuller-warren-bridge-walkway-could-connect-riversi/ngZHX/

[tufsu1]

Thanks for the find Lunican....from what I have heard, many of the ideas suggested to FDOT in the City Council letter are in fact making it into the revised plans...that includes a smaller footprint, noise walls, decorative overpasses, and the bike/ped connection across the river.

[mgvincent1961]

I see an  easy way to accommodate bicycles, takeout one of the tram lanes in the middle, (or both...)

[tufsu1]

^ while this appears to be a snarky post, I'll bite...where exactly are the tram lanes on the Fuller Warren Bridge?

[Dog Walker]

^ while this appears to be a snarky post, I'll bite...where exactly are the tram lanes on the Fuller Warren Bridge?

He's confusing the Acosta and the Fuller Warren.

[Tacachale]

^hahahaha

[jaxjaguar]

Not to mention the Acosta already has sidewalks on both sides