It’s a bridge over Waller waters

On Friday, work on the Waterloo Greenway reached a milestone with the opening of a new 142-foot suspension pedestrian bridge over Waller Creek. The bridge is part of phase two of the project, known as The Confluence, and it is the first of three that will be erected south of Cesar Chavez Street. According to a press release from Waterloo Greenway about the new bridge, “The design of the bridge allows for minimal impact on the surrounding ecological environment through the use of small foundations and a unique Vierendeel truss system. This bridge will provide connectivity and access to natural beauty while remaining resilient to weather events and a high volume of pedestrian and bike traffic.” Work on The Confluence has been underway for about a year. When completed, it will also feature a boardwalk under Cesar Chavez, public green spaces and extensive landscaping. The entire undertaking is the result of a partnership between Waterloo Greenway Conservancy and the city’s Watershed Protection and Parks and Recreation departments. It is funded by a combination of public funds and donations.