The City of Elyria is thrilled to announce that Norfolk Southern Railway will replace the railroad bridge over East Bridge Street. The project represents a multi-million dollar investment at one of the city’s key entrances.
The existing bridge, which has long been a concern for residents, will be completely rebuilt. The new structure will bring a modern design that improves safety and reliability for residents, while also significantly improving the overall appearance of this important corridor.
“This is something our community has been asking for, and talking about, for many years,” said Mayor Kevin Brubaker. “Over the past year, we’ve worked hard to bring the right people together to get this moving. I’m thrilled to see it’s finally happening.”
East Bridge Street serves as a major entrance into the city, shaping the first impression for many visitors coming into Elyria. It’s also a heavily traveled route for residents, with thousands of people passing through the corridor each day.
Over the past year, the City of Elyria has worked closely with Norfolk Southern and federal partners to move this project forward, and McCaulley and Company played an instrumental role in advocating for improvements to multiple railroad bridges throughout the community.
“This is a big step forward,” Brubaker said. “It’s going to make that area look a whole lot better, and I’m looking forward to getting started on our other bridges as well.”
Norfolk Southern is moving into the bidding process, with construction expected to begin in late 2026. The City is continuing to work with Norfolk Southern to review the other bridges across Elyria that need attention, and will share updates as they become available.