Longhorn Dam 'wishbone' bridge to soon launch new construction phase

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Work is progressing on a new pedestrian "wishbone" bridge set to cross Lady Bird Lake, with Austin transportation officials confirming a new stage of construction is slated to begin later this year.

The Longhorn Dam Multimodal Improvements Project will create new bicycle and pedestrian crossings across the lake, linking both sides of the Ann & Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail. The project will also involve the creation of a new underpass for pedestrians and cyclists...