The Market Street Bridge
On December 21, 2023, WV Department of Transportation closed the Market Street Bridge to pedestrians, bicycles, and vehicular traffic. The closure came after finding significant deterioration during an inspection making it unsafe for travel. In 2024, WV DOT was awarded a $87.5 million grant through the US Department of Transportation Large Bridge Investment Program to rebuild the Market Street Bridge.
What’s Next
WV DOT has selected HDR, Inc. to serve as the engineer of record for its replacement planning, but this is only the beginning of the process. The BHJ-MPC is the Metropolitan Planning Organization responsible for guiding the replacement of the Market Street Bridge through the project planning and development stages. We will engage the public throughout this process, determining preferences and support for various design options. This includes planning for the bridge’s replacement and ensuring it serves all users, including drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.
This page will serve as an information hub about progress on the bridge replacement process and offer ways to participate in events related to rebuilding the Market Street Bridge.
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