Construction on Frederick Douglass Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge
In May, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $5.3 million preventative maintenance painting project on the Frederick Douglass-Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge in downtown Rochester.
According to to the governor's office: "With this project, each of the bridge’s three main arches and 12 braces will have the current paint removed and then reapplied with coats of zinc-based and epoxy-based paint that are resilient against the elements and protect the structural steel from wear and corrosion. By protecting the structural components from the weather, the need for future structural maintenance is reduced, while extending the bridge’s service life. The bridge color will remain the same once the project is completed, and this new coat is anticipated to last another 10-15 years before another application is necessary."
Work began on Monday, May 13. Traffic along I-490 in both directions will remain open during the project and, additionally, most work will take place during nighttime hours to further minimize impacts to traffic. Some short-term closures of nearby ramps may be necessary at times as part of the project and detours for motorists will be posted. There will be a pedestrian detour for the trails beneath the bridge as well. The project is anticipated to be complete by the fall of 2025. There will be no work zone in place during winter months.