FY 2022 RAISE Grant Application

Old Iron Bridge Deck Park

Bastrop, Texas

The City of Bastrop, Texas is seeking $13.3 million in fiscal year (FY) 2022 Rebuilding America’s Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant funding to rehabilitate and reopen the historic Old Iron Bridge as a pedestrian/bicycle facility and deck park. The Old Iron Bridge is an iconic structure for the city and its residents, and the project will restore the bridge’s transportation function in addition to preserving its historic and cultural significance. The project will provide a critical crossing of the Colorado River, which is a natural barrier separating the downtown business district from the city’s west side. The project will provide additional multi-modal transportation choices to connect users to Bastrop’s downtown businesses, neighborhoods, and recreational amenities. The Old Iron Bridge will reduce barriers, increase mobility for non-motorized users, increase use of lower carbon travel modes, and increase equity and accessibility for travelers. The Old Iron Bridge deck park will attract residents and tourists to this iconic structure, preserve and enhance the unique historic character of the community and support economic growth. This application submitted will describe the merits of the project in detail. Supplemental information can be found below.