The bridge over I-40 is the remaining link to complete the 22 mile trail. On Saturday, October 12, the “almost there” trail completion was celebrated at Southpoint Mall next to the newly completed last 4 miles leading up to the pedestrian bridge from the south.

Almost complete bridge over I-40.

Almost complete bridge over I-40.

Trail leading to bridge.

Trail leading to bridge.

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