Sustainable Design Practices Result in "More Than Just a Bridge

The Morgan Street Bridge project is a demonstration of the City of Rockford's commitment to sustainability and the betterment of the community for all of its citizens. From a transportation perspective, replacing an aging bridge results in safety benefits that include a sturdier structure and the opportunity to improve traffic flow. These were certainly major considerations back in 2000 when the decision was made to begin planning for the replacement of the Morgan Street Bridge in Rockford, IL. By the time ground broke for construction of the new bridge in the summer of 2012, the list of benefits grew substantially. The bridge project had become a catalyst to unify the community through the revitalization of an impoverished area of town and a committed effort to identify and implement context-sensitive and sustainable solutions.