Quince Street bridge damaged by fallen eucalyptus tree
A western portion of the 106-year old wooden pedestrian bridge that crosses Maple Canyon connecting Bankers Hill to Balboa Park was crushed by a large eucalyptus tree on Sunday. The popular footbridge was designated a historic site in 1987. Please emailCouncilman Kevin Faulconer to ask for a quick repair to this neighborhood favorite.Can you see the bridge in these old photos?
Postscript: Thanks to everyone who emailed and called the city with your concerns and kudos to councilmembers Faulconer and Gloria (and their staffs) for moving this forward. We’re anxious to see the repairs begin. The word from the city is: “Engineering staff was at the site Monday to survey and assesses the damage. Once their assessment is complete an estimate of repair cost will be prepared. Risk management has been notified, and once the City has an estimate they will advise if the City can pursue insurance. There is no time frame for repairs or funding options until this assessment completed. They will advise all involved upon completion of the task.” Keep your fingers crossed!
