Harbor Bridge Walk...
Some know already that the city of Corpus Christi is getting a new harbor bridge. The planning and beginning was back in 2016!! It was slated to be completed by the year 2020. Well, not surprising, the completion date was delayed. TXDot [department of transportation] terminated the production indefinitely; until some political and safety issues were mediated and reconciled before any continuation. For months it was all at a stand-still. The work is now once again in progress, and the new bridge opening is slated for 2023. LOL All I can say is typical government work. There is always something. Being the layman that I am, I'm sure there were legitimate reasons, but why so long? I'll never know. Anyway, on Saturday morning before Easter, I decided to go for a walk UNDER the "old" bridge that is still in use [built in 1959], and walk along the corridor that takes me to the farm team's ballpark for the Houston Astros [Corpus Christi Hooks], then beyond the ball field to inspect just how much progress is evident on the new expansion bridge. I'll begin with the exterior of the Whataburger Field [Whataburger is a Texas iconic hamburger fast food establishment]...
Then, beyond the parking lots and down the streets, I viewed this scene:
Reversing my steps, I then walked back about another mile or so to the Port o Call entry way, just under the bridge that is still in use. In this three series below, you can see the "Old" bridge and the new expansion section of the "New" bridge in the background:
I will now add a dose of a view beyond the channel looking east out into the bay...
After walking in this section of town, I ended up driving to a nearby park to go birding a bit before heading back home.
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Typical government red tape. Hopefully when 2023 rolls around they don't find another reason to put the project on the back burner.
ReplyDelete...before the old bridge collapses from old age!!
DeleteLooks like it will be done eventually, and as you said hopefully before the old bridge collapses!
ReplyDeleteI had high hopes for 2020. Just not meant to be.
DeleteAlways love the minor league teams names. Lots you can do with "Hooks". One of the Marlins is Jumbo Shrimp.
ReplyDeleteHope they finally finish that bridge.
Jumbo Shrimp?!!?
Deletethe last collage my favorite is the sun on the water, so beautiful and peaceful. the bridge looks stuck in a time warp, especailly the one with both old and new in the photo... makes me wonder how safe the new will be after parts of it sat out in the weather for years.
ReplyDeleteNow that you mention it, it DOES look like a Time Warp!!
DeleteThe last is my favorite too, so pretty. Anything to do with government is always so ridiculously slow. Keeping my fingers crossed for 2023!
ReplyDeleteWe'll see.
DeleteProgress needs to be slow so it is done well. Hopefully good materials and management will get the job done - safely and for endurance. There sure is a lot going on there!
ReplyDeleteAbove all, safety is the issue. For me at least.
DeleteYou are a walking wonder!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGood for you!!!!!!!!!!
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Sometimes I DO wonder why I'm walking
Deletelol
I love that very first shot...sort if amazing that bridges will support all the weight they do.
ReplyDeleteI just got my second shot....and waiting to leave...lol
congrats on 2nd "shot". Hope for no I'll effects!!
DeleteAmazing photos! I love those last ones too. I must steal the comment from above, "You are a walking wonder!" And, so very brave! Nook always uses common sense in her thoughts and comments.
ReplyDeleteYes, Ms. G Isa wise lady & friend!!
DeleteYou have so many interesting things to see in your area. I love the views and lets hope the progress on the New bridge will be just that..progress...and you will finally have a new way to cross.
ReplyDeleteSue
... just hope it's SAFE.
DeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteI am sure there are bridges across the country that need to be replaced or fixed. They are just so old, some here are too crowded. They need bridges that hold more lanes of traffic. It is nice to see the progress on the new bridge. Pretty views! Take care, have a great day!
Four lanes is plenty big imo.
DeleteThat is one huge bridge! Love love love that last photo♥
ReplyDeleteExisting bridge is big, but the new one is supposed to be the biggest in Texas.
DeleteWhoa that is a B R I D G E!!
ReplyDeleteHook line and sinker made me giggle
Hugs cecilia
Clever store name?
DeleteThe Bridge is awesome, truly quite pretty. Must have been fun watching the progress since it was so long in the making and planning.
ReplyDeleteIt's not even close to completion.
DeleteI love seeing your awesome area!
ReplyDeleteI am glad you enjoy the area.
DeleteIt seems that any construction projects always take much longer than expected. You got some interesting angles of the old bridge.
ReplyDeleteSo true
DeleteFingers crossed for 2023. Keep walking and snapping!
ReplyDeleteIt was steamy hot out there today!!
DeleteTypical government indeed! And Illinois is not immune. IDOT always has projects on hold. I only hope that 2023 becomes reality for you. Which bridge do you think will look best photographically? Many times, it's the older bridges that have more character. I love the glistening light you've captured off the water in the last photo.
ReplyDeleteI think the new one will be very artistic and supposedly state of the art. We'll see, time will tell.
DeleteOur projects around the house always take longer than we think too. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm always fascinated watching bridges being built.
Your photos are beautiful along your walk.
"A 30 minute job" that lasts the day...
DeleteYou find the best places to walk!
ReplyDeleteYes, that does sounds like typical government work...
It helps having so many areas that are accessible year 'round.
DeleteExcellent Walk About For Sure - Bridges Are So Interesting - Loads Of Character - And The Bird Watching, Why Not - Be Well
ReplyDeleteCheers
Birding is more than a hobby.
DeleteWork like this takes forever. That's kind of the nature of it. Back when I was pipeline engineering I would go to state or county meetings on proposed work where we would have to move our pipeline. Typically, the work was six or seven years out. Maddening.
ReplyDeleteMaddening for all.
DeleteOh, I know just where you were! We liked to go down there and watch the ocean liners whenever we visited! The "old" bridge was lighted up so pretty at night. I hope the new one will also have the pretty lights.
ReplyDelete😊
DeleteNo kidding!!
ReplyDeleteOh Anni...you made me laugh right out loud with your comment on my blog post..have to read it to Dave.
ReplyDeleteSue
They think they rule!!
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