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Orangeburg Railroad Corner<\/span><\/h2>\n

Pedestrian Bridge and Improvement  Feasibility & Planning Study<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Overview<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Schedule<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Resource Links<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Connect<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
FAQ<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

What’s This All About?<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>

The City of Orangeburg is planning something exciting \u2013 a new pedestrian bridge that will safely connect the community. This bridge will make it easier and safer for students, residents, and visitors to walk between our amazing college campuses, community amenities, and the heart of downtown.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Why it Matters?<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>

This project is about more than just a bridge. It\u2019s about:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Making it safer to walk over Magnolia Street, the Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks, and Boulevard Street<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Help people get to school, shopping, housing, and work more safely<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Supporting future growth like student housing, shops, and museums<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Creating a more connected and vibrant Orangeburg<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Building a welcoming landmark that enhances community beautification and gateway to our two Universities: South Carolina State University and Claflin University<\/p>\n<\/div>

What’s Happening Now?<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>

We are in the planning and feasibility study phase. That means we are:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Looking at current conditions and gathering data<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Gearing up for community talks and surveys to hear your ideas<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Exploring different design options and locations<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Creating early drawings and cost estimates<\/p>\n<\/div>

How You Can Get Involved?<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>

We want your input! Here\u2019s how you can join the conversation:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Use this project website to track announcements on upcoming meetings<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Public Engagement \u2013 We will be hosting a meeting in December<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Use this project website to stay up to date on project materials and outcomes<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Use this project website to participate in an online survey 
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Public Survey<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Timeline<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>
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Claflin University<\/h2> <\/div><\/div>

<\/h3>October 22, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thank you for your participation<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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South Carolina State University<\/h2> <\/div><\/div>

<\/h3>October 30, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thank you for your participation<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Online Community Survey<\/h2> <\/div><\/div>

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Open Through December 31, 2025<\/p>\n

Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Public Meeting<\/h2> <\/div><\/div>

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December 17 2025<\/b><\/p>\n

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

Orangeburg County Library<\/strong>
1645 Russell Street<\/strong>
Orangeburg, SC 29115<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Who’s Behind the Project?<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>

This effort is led by the City of Orangeburg, with planning and design support from AECOM Technical Service, Inc. We\u2019re working closely with local universities, businesses, community leaders, and community members so this project reflects what Orangeburg needs and values. This project is 100% funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant.<\/p>\n<\/div>

Vision, Goals, and Objectives<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>

Vision:<\/strong> Proposed pedestrian bridge in downtown Orangeburg.<\/p>\n

Goals:<\/strong> Provide a safer connection between South Carolina State and Claflin Universities to historical downtown Orangeburg.<\/p>\n

Objectives:<\/strong> Improve pedestrian safety, provide increased access to the City\u2019s public transit system and improve access to cultural assets and institutions of higher learning. The pedestrian bridge is expected to facilitate better connectivity with future planned development that offers student housing, retail opportunities, a parking deck, a museum and other essential services.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Project Schedule<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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The schedule(s) shown reflect the feasibility study portion of the project.  Design is expected to commence in 2026.  Construction is anticipated in 2027.<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Resource Links<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Existing Conditions<\/h3>\n<\/div>
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Open PDF (1.72 MB)<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Site Analysis<\/h3>\n<\/div>
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Open PDF (569 KB)<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>

December Public Meeting
Boards 1-5<\/h3>\n<\/div>
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Open PDF (30 MB)<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>

December Public Meeting
\nBoards 6-11<\/h3>\n<\/div>
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Open PDF (38 MB)<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Connect<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>