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The Del Rio Trail Project

Transportation Projects

The Del Rio Trail Project

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Project updates (July 2025)

Work will begin in July to remove and replace the Del Rio Trail Bridge over Interstate 5, which has remained closed since the trail opened to the public in May 2024.

The City of Sacramento determined that the bridge was not built to required specifications, and the work was rejected. As a result, the existing overhang structure will be removed and rebuilt to meet all design and safety standards. Although the bridge has never been formally opened to the public, it was designed to provide a critical connection across I-5 for the 4.8-mile trail that stretches through south Sacramento.

The City's goal is to complete the new bridge by the end of this year. The City will coordinate the work schedule with Caltrans and California State Parks.

During this final phase of construction, the public can expect:

Bridge removal and replacement: Crews will remove the current bridge overhang and install a new structure in its place.

Freeway impacts: Lane closures on Interstate 5 will be required during some of the work, with traffic controls in place. These closures will occur at night.

Riverside Boulevard impacts: Some temporary daytime and night closures of Riverside Boulevard will be needed for certain activities. The daytime closures will occur outside of commute hours and include a signed detour.

Bridge access: The bridge remains closed to the public and should not be used under any circumstances during construction.

City officials will continue to keep the public informed as work progresses and detours are required. Work is expected to be completed by the end of the year.

Project description

Del Rio Trail will provide an additional 4.8-mile trail running south through the Land Park, South Land Park, Freeport Manor, Z’Berg, Pocket and Meadowview neighborhoods between Interstate 5 and Freeport Boulevard.

The Del Rio Trail is an inner-city trail that will allow cyclists, pedestrians, runners, and dog walkers to travel for miles to access schools, parks, retail centers, and jobs. It provides the potential for recreation amenities and will serve as an alternative commute route for people to bike to work rather than drive on freeways and boulevards.

Artwork

In addition to the trail, the project will be installing permanent sculptures along the length of the trail. For more information, please visit our artwork website.

Cost and funding

The estimated total project cost is $23,000,000. This includes all project costs from feasibility studies, through construction. These funds are provided primarily through state and federal grants, which leverage a smaller amount of local funds. This includes roughly $11,000,000 in Congestion Management and Air Quality (CMAQ) funds, $5,000,000 in Clean California funds, and $2,000,000 in Active Transportation Program (ATP) funds. The remainder of the costs are paid through local sources including New Measure A, and Transportation Development Act and Transportation Development Impact Fee funds.

Project contact

Adam Randolph, Senior Engineer
City of Sacramento Public Works
Email: ARandolph@cityofsacramento.org

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