8th Avenue over Keith Creek Bridge Replacement

The 8th Avenue Bridge over Keith Creek is currently load posted and is an important connection for the neighborhood to access IL-251/Kishwaukee Street, as well as a pedestrian route to the nearby elementary school. The City will be seeking funding assistance through the State’s Surface Transportation Program-Bridges to design and construction a replacement for this structure. The design of the bridge will begin in FY 2020 in anticipation of construction beginning in FY 2022.
Current Status | Planning |
Lead Agency | City of Rockford |
Tentative Construction Letting Date | Spring 2022 |
Estimated Project Cost | $1,110,000 |
Funding Source | Motor Fuel Tax |
Federal STP-BR | |
Estimated Completion Date | Fall 2022 |