The missing link is about to be completed. Here is the unfinished trail as it leads up to the new I-40 crossover bridge. The bridge's superstructure was put in place in July. Just 2 weeks ago the concrete deck was poured. There are a few finishing touches to be done but it will be ready for the official grand opening Oct 12.
Not many rail trails can boast a $7.5 million bridge. This one is 268 feet long spanning I-40 just south of Durham NC. The main support structure are two 30 in diameter arched pipes. All material were sourced in the US for a change. Once completed the 14.5 mile southern section will be connected to downtown Durham with the 7 mile northern section
New approach trail hugs the property border of Southpointe Mall. It is one of the only places I can ride a bicycle over the posted speed limit. The new trail sections will allow us to use the mall for a parking area and provide an array of restaurants for post ride meals.
Great Blue Herons are often seen in the wet area less than 1/2 mile from the southern terminus. Beaver Creek is impounded here to provide habitat for waterfowl and water birds.
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