ROYALVIEW LANE BRIDGE REHABILITATION
Public Comment (Feb. 23 - Mar. 25, 2026): Royalview Lane Bridge Rehabilitation Project
Cleveland Metroparks, in coordination with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), is proposing the rehabilitation of the Royalview Lane Bridge in Mill Stream Run Reservation, and is seeking any comments the public may have regarding, but not limited to, the effects of the project on local residents, air quality, proposed temporary trail closures/detours, etc. The project will include replacing the existing bridge superstructure and bridge deck, constructing new bridge approaches, and all purpose trail work on the northwest side of the bridge.
Please submit any comments regarding the social, environmental, and economic impacts of this project by using the 'Project Comment Form' below.
For more information, please see this project press release.
Road and Trail Closure Information
During construction, a full closure of the bridge is anticipated. There will be no access to the trails south of the bridge or the Royalview Picnic Area during construction. The work will be scheduled for the off-season to minimize interruption of when park guests use these areas the most. Valley Parkway will be closed for brief periods (one to two days) during demolition and installation of bridge beams. Advance notice of Valley Parkway closures will be provided.
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Cleveland Metroparks will be rehabilitating the Royalview Lane Bridge, which carries vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians over the East Branch of the Rocky River in Mill Stream Run Reservation. Proposed work will include replacing the existing bridge superstructure and bridge deck, constructing new bridge approaches, and all purpose trail work on the northwest side of the bridge.
The park may experience temporary impacts to access during construction as the bridge is expected to require a full closure to complete construction. Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2027 and will last approximately 5 months.
Project Type: Reservation Capital Project
Project Phase: Design
Estimated Construction Timeline: Spring 2027 - Fall 2027
Contact: Christopher Papp, PE, Park District Civil Engineer, 216-635-3251 or [email protected]
Project Size: 83-ft span bridge
Contracting Partner(s): To Be Determined
Consulting Partner(s): Arcadis
Funding:
- Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Municipal Bridge Program
