Blumenauer Bridge

Blumenauer Bridge is a pedestrian bridge that connects Lloyd District with Kerns neighborhood across Interstate 84. The structure features a tied-arch design approximately 24 feet (7 meters) wide and spans about 475 feet (145 meters) over the highway below.

Planning for this bridge started in the 1990s, with funding secured through collaboration with local business associations by 2015. The project was completed to reconnect communities that had been divided by the interstate highway.

The structure is named after former Mayor Earl Blumenauer and represents Portland's commitment to sustainable transportation choices. It has become a gathering point where residents and visitors experience the city's dedication to pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods.

The bridge is open daily for pedestrians and cyclists and provides a safe, direct connection between the two neighborhoods. It is best to cross during daylight hours, and the surface can become slippery during rain.

The bridge forms part of Portland's Green Loop, an ambitious project to create a continuous network of walking and cycling paths around the downtown area. This network will eventually connect multiple neighborhoods and enhance the city's reputation as a pedestrian-friendly destination.