Open house on possible alternative routes due to demolished Magnolia Street bridge
SPOKANE – The community is invited to an open house on Wednesday, March 1, to hear and provide feedback about proposed pedestrian routes in Spokane’s East Central neighborhood.
With the Magnolia Street pedestrian bridge over Interstate 90 removed, alternative routes are necessary in the neighborhood. The east route uses Altamont Street while the west route uses Liberty Park Place.
Magnolia Street Pedestrian Bridge alternate routes open house information
When: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 1
Where: Scott Elementary School, 3737 E. Fifth Ave.
Details: The public will have an opportunity to review proposed alternate routes for pedestrians, ask questions and provide feedback.
Those who are unable to join in person are invited to provide feedback through an online survey.
WSDOT will review preferred routes for accessibility and ADA compliance.
Background
On Wednesday, Feb. 1, the Magnolia Street pedestrian bridge which spanned over I-90 was closed to those who bike, walk or roll. Safety concerns led to the bridge being removed. Currently, there is limited access for those who bike, walk or roll to use alternate routes, or require extensive detours in order to use sidewalks and ramps that meet ADA requirements.