City officials announced that starting May 18, the Queensboro Bridge will feature separate lanes for cyclists and pedestrians, a change that addresses safety concerns on the previous shared pathway. The north outer roadway will be exclusively for cyclists while the south outer roadway will be for pedestrians. This modification comes after advocates raised alarms over overcrowding and safety issues. The changes double the space for cyclists and pedestrians while reducing vehicle lanes, reflecting a commitment to safer commuting across this historic bridge that connects Queens and Midtown Manhattan.
Starting May 18, the north outer roadway of the Queensboro Bridge will be used exclusively for cyclists, and the south outer roadway will become a dedicated space for pedestrians.
Advocates have fought to open a separate pedestrian path, citing dangerous overcrowding that has led to conflicts among cyclists, pedestrians and micromobility users.
Once the south outer roadway opens for foot traffic, the bridge's pedestrian and cycling space will double while eliminating space for vehicles.
Mayor Eric Adams delayed the celebration to ensure that the new layout did not negatively impact traffic, highlighting the bridge's long-standing importance.
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