Is the Veterans Memorial Bridge safe for these walking tours? [Video]

CLEVELAND — The lower level of Cleveland’s historic Veterans Memorial Bridge is set to undergo a significant transformation as part of a broader effort to upgrade and modernize this iconic structure.

Spearheaded by Cuyahoga County, in collaboration with the City of Cleveland and the Ohio Department of Transportation, the project aims to revitalize the bridge’s unused streetcar level, turning it into a public space complete with bicycle lanes, walking paths, and park-like areas.

These upgrades are designed to enhance the bridge’s functionality and community value.

The Veterans Memorial Bridge, commonly known as the Detroit-Superior Bridge, has been an essential part of Cleveland’s infrastructure since its opening in 1917.

Spanning the Cuyahoga River Valley and connecting Detroit and Superior Avenues, the bridge is a key link over the industrial Flats.

While the upper deck remains in regular use, carrying vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians, the lower deck, originally designed for streetcars, has …