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Gulf Shores ICW - Has the Waterway Village Pedestrian Bridge been discussed?
Posted on 6/3/26 at 2:21 pm
Posted on 6/3/26 at 2:21 pm
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The new Waterway Village Pedestrian Bridge in Gulf Shores features freight-size, multi-modal elevators on both the north and south sides. These spacious elevators can accommodate wheelchairs, strollers, and up to three bicycles at once, providing accessible, seven-story vertical access over the Intracoastal Waterway
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The Waterway Village Pedestrian Bridge in Gulf Shores, Alabama, is a $24.4 million project spanning the Intracoastal Waterway. Rising 75 feet high, it will connect the northern and southern entertainment districts of Waterway Village (near Tacky Jack's and LuLu's), ensuring safe pedestrian access as Highway 59 expands. It is expected to be completed and open to the public in January 2027
https://www.gulfshoresal.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/1238
This post was edited on 6/3/26 at 2:22 pm
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Posted on 6/3/26 at 2:28 pm to Shexter
Seems like sort of infrastructure overkill, but actually rather surprised they can build that for $24 million.
Posted on 6/3/26 at 2:30 pm to Y.A. Tittle
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Seems like sort of infrastructure overkill
A little bit, I agree.
They should've just built a ropes course and you had to navigate and cross to get to the other side.
Posted on 6/3/26 at 2:32 pm to Shexter
i mean..those Tacky Jacks bushwackers arent going to drink themselves and who wants to have to drive all the way around the canal?
Posted on 6/3/26 at 2:32 pm to Shexter
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Has the Waterway Village Pedestrian Bridge been discussed?
No because Gulf Shores/Urnge Beach is too trashy for the OT
Posted on 6/3/26 at 2:33 pm to Shexter
Are there that many people making that walk?
That is really far from the beach and people just drive everywhere down there
Sounds like a waste and some cronyism. A lot of that 24 million will find its way into local politicians pockets
Im pretty sure the last 2 mayors of Orange Beach were jailed for corruption, just too tempting for a guy making less than 100k a year to not get a taste of all that tourist tax revenue
The new OB and GS high schools are ridiculous
That is really far from the beach and people just drive everywhere down there
Sounds like a waste and some cronyism. A lot of that 24 million will find its way into local politicians pockets
Im pretty sure the last 2 mayors of Orange Beach were jailed for corruption, just too tempting for a guy making less than 100k a year to not get a taste of all that tourist tax revenue
The new OB and GS high schools are ridiculous
This post was edited on 6/3/26 at 2:36 pm
Posted on 6/3/26 at 2:38 pm to Cosmo
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Pedestrian Bridge
nah
Posted on 6/3/26 at 2:53 pm to Cosmo
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Are there that many people making that walk?
That is really far from the beach and people just drive everywhere down there
It's to replace the pedestrian lane on the 59 bridge so they could add a third lane. I never knew there was a pedestrian lane and I've definitely never seen anyone walking or cycling across that bridge.
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to replace the old, narrow pedestrian/bike path on the AL-59 bridge. This replacement allowed ALDOT to add a third vehicular lane to the Highway 59 bridge
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Why do we need a third lane on the W.C. Holmes Bridge if the new ALDOT Bridge is being built?
The expansion of Hwy 59 was already underway before the ALDOT bridge project was bid. Construction has begun, and unfortunately, the new bridge will not include pedestrian access. The third lane is necessary to accommodate projected traffic growth and improve safety.
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May, 28, 2026
The new southbound-only bridge in Gulf Shores is NOW OPEN, bringing an updated traffic pattern for Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
Here’s what to know:
Southbound traffic will use the new bridge to access the island
The southern-most section of the Foley Beach Express near The Wharf is now northbound-only
Once on the island, drivers will use a roundabout in Orange Beach to travel east or west on Canal Road
The new bridge can be accessed via a roundabout near the Foley Beach Express or from Cotton Creek Drive
This post was edited on 6/3/26 at 2:58 pm
Posted on 6/3/26 at 3:19 pm to Cosmo
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The new OB and GS high schools are ridiculous
I think they both have covered football practice fields.
It's kinda nuts.
Posted on 6/3/26 at 3:23 pm to Y.A. Tittle
I really feel for the florida panhandle along with coastal alabama
they haven't been tested in a long time from a major hurricane
when you consider the development along this whole corridor the damage numbers could be potentially astronomical and might end coastal insurance for good
they haven't been tested in a long time from a major hurricane
when you consider the development along this whole corridor the damage numbers could be potentially astronomical and might end coastal insurance for good
Posted on 6/3/26 at 3:36 pm to nicholastiger
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I really feel for the florida panhandle along with coastal alabama they haven't been tested in a long time from a major hurricane
Sally did significant damage
Posted on 6/3/26 at 3:47 pm to Shexter
There is huge need for capacity during summer so 3 lanes and new bridge is great. Folks going from Foley to GS don’t want to have to go over to the new bridge/beach express.
Also, great to have a safe bike and pedestrian friendly way to cross. The hwy 59 bridge way too dangerous. Greatly improves the walk and bike-ability. Anything to lessen congestion is a good idea
Also, great to have a safe bike and pedestrian friendly way to cross. The hwy 59 bridge way too dangerous. Greatly improves the walk and bike-ability. Anything to lessen congestion is a good idea
Posted on 6/3/26 at 3:49 pm to Shexter
It'll never be ready in time..
Posted on 6/3/26 at 3:59 pm to Shexter
Posted on 6/3/26 at 4:01 pm to Cosmo
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Sounds like a waste and some cronyism. A lot of that 24 million will find its way into local politicians pockets
Harrison Construction outta Bham are large contributors to gulf shores and ob politicians.
Tater Harris is about to be elected to the county commission, and there are strong “rumors” he’s a bookie.
This area is prime for the moral and ethical looters.
Posted on 6/3/26 at 4:03 pm to Shexter
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Why do we need a third lane on the W.C. Holmes Bridge if the new ALDOT Bridge is being built?
They need six lanes even with the new bridge
Traffic gets stupid over there
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