Cascade Road Pedestrian Bridge

Cascade Road Pedestrian Bridge
Location: The bridge on Cascade Road over the Thornapple River
Estimated Completion: Spring 2025
Funding Source: State ARPA and Cascade Downtown Development Authority (DDA)
Phase Estimates: Phase I of constructing the pedestrian bridge will begin on the "dam" side starting October 31 with an estimated completion of December 16, 2024. Phase II is estimated to begin in March and complete in May 2025 to construct the other side.

Cascade Township Staff are working with the Kent County Road Commission and MDOT to complete construction plans for a pedestrian walkway on the Cascade Road bridge over the Thornapple River.  Enhancements will occur on both sides of the bridge and include a physical barrier to separate the pedestrian lane from traffic, widening of the path, a higher outer railing, and year-round lighting.  This long-overdue project is an important step toward creating a safer and more walkable “village” area.

8/30/24 Update: The project contractor has requested a deadline extension that was discussed at the 8/28/24 Board of Trustees meeting.  The Board voted to assert Phase 1 and Phase 2 completion by May 2025, at the same bid price.

10/21/24 Update: Phase I will begin October 31 and is projected to be finished December 16. Below is a rendering of the completed pedestrian bridge.



For further questions related to the Cascade Road Pedestrian Bridge, contact Engineer Thorne at (616) 949-1500 or email him at athorne@cascadetwp.com.