Mamaroneck's Waverly Avenue Bridge Opens After Major Upgrades

Press release from the Westchester County Government:

Local, State and County Officials Celebrate the Completion of the Waverly Avenue Bridge Project, Infrastructure Improvements Enhance Flood Mitigation and Community Safety

The Waverly Avenue Bridge in the Village of Mamaroneck is now open to traffic, marking a significant milestone in local flood mitigation and infrastructure improvements. The $5.0 million project, led by the Town of Mamaroneck with funding from Westchester County and New York State, replaces an outdated structure with a modern design that enhances community safety and mobility.

County Executive George Latimer said: "The new Waverly Avenue Bridge is an investment in the future of Mamaroneck. This project represents how we can work together to address longstanding infrastructure challenges and prepare for the environmental realities of tomorrow."

Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins said: "Flooding has long been a challenge in this area, and Westchester County’s over $2 million investment in this project is part of a comprehensive effort to build safer, stronger neighborhoods. The Waverly Avenue Bridge is an example of the impact we can make together."

Mamaroneck Town Supervisor Jaine Elkind Eney said: "Replacing the Waverly Avenue Bridge is a big step forward for our community. It not only addresses flood risks, but also creates safer and more accessible roads and sidewalks for our residents and visitors. We would like to thank our State, County, and Local government partners who worked with us on this critical project for our community."

Village of Mamaroneck Mayor Sharon Torres said: “This project is a big win for our community. The new bridge strengthens our flood defenses and creates a safer, more efficient roadway for everyone who lives and works here.”

Mamaroneck Town Engineer Robert P. Wasp said: "This bridge replacement aligns with established engineering recommendations to mitigate flooding in the Sheldrake River. By widening the span and elevating the new bridge deck, we’ve taken a significant step forward to improve our infrastructure and reduce flood risks for the surrounding neighborhood."

The $5.0 million project, funded in part by $1.75 million from the NYS BridgeNY program and $2.084 million from Westchester County’s Flood Mitigation Grant program, is part of a larger effort to address infrastructure needs in flood-prone areas. The bridge design incorporates recommendations from the 2017 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Flood Risk Management Report, including a wider span and raised elevation to improve water flow. While some utility and paving work will continue in the coming months, the bridge is now operational and a key component in the area’s flood mitigation strategy.

This press release was produced by the Westchester County Government. The views expressed here are the author’s own.