Longmeadow Parkway Bridge Corridor Opens
Kane County Connects Staff 8/30/2024 8:00AM
The Longmeadow Parkway Fox River Bridge Corridor, spanning parts of the Villages of Algonquin, Carpentersville, and unincorporated areas of Kane County, has officially opened to the public.
The cornerstone of the $200 million project is a new bridge that provides an additional route over the Fox River in northern Kane County. The entire corridor stretches 5.6 miles, from Huntley Road to Route 62, and includes a bike and pedestrian path connecting to the Fox River Trail.
The opening was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting event attended by over 175 people including Governor JB Pritzker, Kane County elected officials, members of the Kane County Division of Transportation, state lawmakers, and local leaders (see photo gallery).
“With the Longmeadow Parkway Bridge Corridor, we’re not just building a bridge over the Fox River; we’re creating a vital artery that connects our communities, enhances regional mobility, and drives economic growth,” said Kane County Board Chairman Corinne Pierog. “This project transforms a barrier into a pathway of opportunity and progress for all who travel through our county.”
Originally, Kane County planned to fund the bridge construction with tolls. However, over the past two years, the County successfully secured an additional $30 million in state funding to cover the costs. As a result, the bridge was completed without imposing tolls.
Longmeadow Ribbon
Cutting Link August 29, 2024 - https://youtube.com/live/pKmZHBaXOSg
