JACKSON STREET BRIDGE
The Jackson Street Bridge project was selected for implementation by the Department of City Planning’s Placemaking Program.
The project includes the reconfiguration of the right-of-way along Jackson Street to create a safer and more vibrant space for people. The reorganization supports a new pedestrian area that extends beyond the sidewalk and incorporates interesting seating, raised planters with colorful plantings, ADA access, and possibly bike racks. The project will also include a protected cycle track creating a safer connection between the Freedom Parkway Trail and Baker-Highland Trail. The City is currently undergoing the permitting process and procuring a contractor to install the project.
PROJECT FUNDING & PARTNERS
Initial funding for this project was provided by The Department of City Planning’s Placemaking Program. Additional funding has been awarded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and People for Bikes.
PeopleForBikes awarded the City of Atlanta a grant to support the implementation of bike safety measures
for this project.
Arcadis provided pro-bono engineering services to create the new roadway design.
The Atlanta Department of Transportation partnered with City Planning on this
project to provide
pre-construction services.
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