On Sept. 18, 2025, Mayor Sharon Tucker joined by residents, nearby business owners, and representatives from the City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works Division, celebrated the reopening of the Parnell Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation Project with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The Parnell Avenue Bridge over the St. Joe River was originally built in 1927, widened in 1970 and widened again in 1993. The scope of the project consisted of replacing the bridge deck, repairing spandrel arches and substructure, and upgrading sidewalks and approaches. Scour protection was also incorporated, which mitigates erosion, enhances structural stability and prolongs the lifespan of the bridge. The project included ADA curb ramps, improved pedestrian infrastructure connectivity and high visibility pavement markings.

The project investment was $2.68 million.

• ADA curb ramps
• Improved pedestrian infrastructure connectivity
• High visibility pavement markings

• Traffic detours
• Potential noise
• Restricted pedestrian access