CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Crews are preparing to lower the old Harbor Bridge’s six-million-pound center span, marking a major step in the structure’s long-awaited removal.
As preparations to demolish the old Harbor Bridge ramp up, the arrival of the 300-foot barge ‘Prometheus’ marks a turning point it’ll serve as the platform that literally carries the old bridge away.
TxDOT and project developer Flatiron/Dragados have spent months planning the multi-step process with the U.S. Coast Guard and the Port of Corpus Christi. For safety, the shared-use path on the new Harbor Bridge will be closed Monday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. while crews work.
City Manager Peter Zanoni said while one bridge comes down, another opportunity rises paving the way for new development on North Beach.
“Now that the old bridge is removed, that’s going to give us a chance to nicely finish the Lanier Park Canal all the way down to the Texas State Aquarium,” Zanoni said. “The aquarium has big plans to expand its site and rescue operations, which will be a big catalyst for change on that part of the peninsula.”
Donna was part of the growing crowd Monday morning taking stock of what is coming down while sharing her story and memories with our Bill Churchwell.
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