Earthquake-ready Burnside Bridge moves forward despite federal grant uncertainty

Earthquake-ready Burnside Bridge moves forward despite federal grant uncertainty

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an application for a federal grant to help pay for the earthquake-ready Burnside Bridge project. The $447 million comes from the federal bridge investment project. If approved, the money would go towards the bridge’s construction. Megan Neill, the project manager, said even if the grant would help a lot, it is not essential. “It certainly would go a long way…

$447M federal grant sought for Burnside Bridge work

In September 2024, an inverted-Y cable stay design was chosen for the new Burnside Bridge. (courtesy of Multnomah County) Multnomah County is seeking a $447 million Bridge Investment Program grant from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) to help pay for construction of the Burnside Bridge replacement. The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the grant proposal on Thursday. The proposal is due by Aug. 1.…