Construction of Phase I of the project began in June 2021 including the permanent closure McCoys Creek Boulevard from Cherokee Street to Margaret Street. As part of the project, the King Street Bridge was reconstructed as a wider, longer, higher structure including pedestrian and bicycle lanes. Phase 1 creek restoration is nearly complete, and work will begin on constructing the Emerald Trail along its banks in 2026.
Foot bridge along the Emerald Trail
Conceptual design of King and Stockton Street bridges. Bridges will be raised and reconstructed with sidewalks, bike paths and railings that honor the current iconic design. Click image to enlarge.
Cul-de-sacs with new trees, landscaping, lighting and sidewalks have been constructed at the end of Sunshine, Leland, Crystal, Smith and Broward streets where McCoys Creek Boulevard once was. Click image to enlarge.
The Emerald Trail will be constructed along McCoys Creek connecting the North Riverside neighborhood to downtown as well as the St. Johns River and other historic urban neighborhoods. Click image to enlarge.
