Quince Street Bridge to reopen on Thursday
HillQuest heard exciting news from Ian Clampett in Councilman Kevin Faulconer’s office this morning — on Thursday morning at 9:30 District 2 and City staff will be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony to reopen the Quince Street Pedestrian Bridge. The event will be held on Quince & Third at the west bridge entrance.
A western portion of the 106-year old wooden pedestrian bridge was damaged by a fallen eucalyptus tree on March 20. Since then several trees have been thinned and removed just north of the wooden bridge, which was built in 1905.
The popular span over Maple Canyon between Third and Fourth avenues was constructed to allow residents better access to the trolley lines. This neighborhood favorite is the only remaining trestle bridge in the county. Deck planks on the old bridge were replaced in 1974, and the base was reinforced in 1981. Termite damage and dry rot forced its closure in 1987. After repairs, the popular footbridge was unanimously designated an historic site by the San Diego Historical Site Board.
The beauty of the bridge is that is takes walkers down into the canyon and away from the street noise of urban living. Thanks to everyone for returning this walkway to the community! Everyone is welcome to attend Thursday’s ceremony to personally thank to the councilmember and city staff…then again take a relaxing walk across the bridge!
