The construction contract to refurbish the Magnolia Bridge, which crosses Bayou St. John near Cabrini High School, is currently out for public bid and scheduled to open on Sept. 13, 2017.

The project scope of work includes:

• Cleaning and painting the superstructure and decking;
• Sealing cracks in the sub-structure; and
• Replacing decking, beams, and other structural components.

The Magnolia Bridge was one of the first bridges to provide access over Bayou St. John and is often used for weddings and other special events. Actual construction costs won’t be determined until the bid opening but the project is cost shared with the Department of Transportation and Development using Federal funds.

Details of the construction sequencing will be shared when the construction contractor is selected.