Southside Trail – Segments 2 and 3 to Officially Close for Construction

As of Monday, May 20, 2024, the Southside Trail sections from Pryor Road to Boulevard SE in Atlanta will officially close for construction. This is followed by the nearby segment closure from Pittsburgh Yards to Pryor Road on Monday, May 27, 2024 in order to facilitate the conclusion of the 2024 school year.

The Aim of the Construction Project

The appointed contractor, Reeves Young, will be tasked with implementing a range of site enhancement elements. These include a concrete paved pedestrian pathway, storm drainage improvements, granite faced retaining walls, and vertical connections to adjacent streets such as Pryor Road, McDonough Boulevard, Hill, and Grant. Added features also comprise of signage/wayfinding, maintenance and improvement to Pryor and Hill bridges, pedestrian lighting and security cameras, landscaping and more.

Project Timeline

Prediction for the completion of construction is set for December 2025 with an anticipated re-opening date in the first quarter of 2026.

Detailed Information About the Southside Trail Closures

Signs will be installed at closed locations to alert the public about the ongoing construction and suggested detour paths for pedestrians and cyclists. It should be noted that these are only suggested routes and individuals should choose a route that suits their safety, their comfort level, and their mode of transportation best.

Suggested Detour Routes

The following detour routes have been suggested:

1. DETOUR #1: Heading east from Pittsburgh Yards to University Avenue SW right up to Pryor Road SW, ending at the T.H. Slater Elementary School.
2. DETOUR #2: Heading east from Pittsburgh Yards to University Avenue SW then to McDonough Boulevard SE, concluding at Carver High School.
3. DETOUR #3: Heading west from Boulevard SE to Englewood Avenue SE to Hill Street, then Milton Avenue SE to McDonough Boulevard SE.

Construction Related Queries

For any construction-related questions for Segment 2+3, Jennifer Disotell can be reached at jdisotell@atlbeltline.org. For Segment 4+5 construction queries, Nancy Newell can be contacted at: nnewell@atlbeltline.org.

As the concept of the Atlanta BeltLine originates from grassroots community efforts, public involvement remains critical. Continued feedback from the community can ensure that the project aligns with the needs and expectations of the local people. The public is encouraged to attend virtual community meetings or provide comments on Master Plan updates to remain involved in the process.

The Atlanta BeltLine team thanks everyone for their patience as the necessary upgrades to the Southside Trail section continues.