Results of Planning and Public Outreach Study for the Provo River Bridge and Trail at 820 North
Aug 6, 2024
Dear Community Members,
We are pleased to share the results of our recent planning study and public outreach regarding the redesign of the Provo River Bridge and Trail at 820 North.
After extensive consultations with local stakeholders and thorough analysis of community feedback, we have developed a design that not only addresses essential safety and structural requirements but also reflects the desires and concerns of our residents and businesses.
The new bridge will feature enhanced pedestrian pathways, traffic calming, and aesthetic elements that complement the natural beauty of the Provo River. Likewise, the Provo River Trail will also be enhanced to include better vertical and horizontal clearance, grade, and street connectivity.
We greatly appreciate the valuable input we received from the community throughout this process. Your feedback has been instrumental in shaping a final design that aims to serve both the current and future functional needs of our transportation network and the aesthetic preferences of our local environment.
The final width of the new bridge deck is 83 feet wide. This width represents the best option to serve existing and future traffic and active transportation.
We received feedback on the two bridge widths presented to the public at the June 6th open house. The selected option is much more narrow than the 99 foot arterial standard roadway that was shown, and enhances the active transportation components of the 71 foot standard that was shown.
Benefits of this bridge width include:
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Addresses bridge structural issues
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Provides comfortable active transportation facilities with bike lanes and separate trails on both sides
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Improves the Provo River Trail clearance under the bridge Includes an amenity zone for additional options
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Improves safety including sight distance Wide enough to accommodate traffic needs today and in the future
Construction is set to begin in the coming months, and we will continue to keep you informed about progress and any potential impacts. Thank you for your continued support and involvement in making our community infrastructure better.
Sincerely,
Gordon Haight, PE
Public Works Director
All Past Informational Meetings
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Utah Department of Transportation – April 2, 2024
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Mayor and City Administration – April 4, 2024
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City Council – April 16, 2024
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Transportation and Mobility Advisory Committee – April 18, 2024
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Planning Commission – April 24, 2024
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Neighborhood Districts 2 – May 1, 2024
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BikeWalk Provo – May 2, 2024
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Mountainland Association of Governments – May 6, 2024
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Downtown Provo, Inc. Board of Directors – May 15, 2024
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Downtown Provo, Inc. Members – May 15, 2024
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Neighborhood District 3 – May 15, 2024
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Rivergrove Neighborhood Meeting – May 21, 2024
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Provo School District – May 23, 2024
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Neighborhood District 4 – May 29, 2024
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Freedom Prep Academy – May 30, 2024
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North Park Neighborhood Meeting – May 30, 2024
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Intermountain Health – June 4, 2024
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Neighborhood District 5 – June 5, 2024
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General Public Meeting – June 6, 2024
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Brigham Young University – June 11, 2024
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Neighborhood District 1 – July 17, 2024
Project Overview
In 2025 it is anticipated that Provo will reconstruct the bridge at 820 North 850 West to achieve the following goals:
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Upgrading safety by addressing structural deficiencies
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Improving comfort by widening sidewalks and adding a new trail for safer, and more convenient access
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Supporting connectivity to neighborhoods, trails, parks, and bike lanes into the future by right-sizing the bridge for a 75-year life span
The project is currently in the design phase and the team is working on designs that will be shown to the public at an open house later this summer. The team will be meeting with residents, local businesses, and community groups through the spring and summer to share information about the project and listen to questions and concerns.
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