Military West Pedestrian Bridge Replacement and Barrier Removal Project

Scope

The Military West Pedestrian Bridge Replacement and Barrier Removal Project replaces the pedestrian bridge that was irreparably damaged and removed in 2023. Construction work consists of installation of a new single span prefabricated steel bridge over Military West at the Mary Farmar Elementary School, reinforced concrete bridge abutments, cast in drilled hole (CIDH) pier foundations, reinforced concrete deck, segmental retaining wall systems, asphalt concrete and Portland cement concrete pathways, fencing, grading, and site preparation.

Contract Approval Date by Benicia City Council

May 21, 2025 (Agenda Item 10.A)

Tentative Project Schedule

The work began in July 2025 and was substantially completed in October 2025. Some punch list items are remaining.

Construction Cost

$1.5 million

Funding Source

Settlement agreement with Republic Services

Contractor

Leonida Builders, Inc.

Project Contact

Chester Gatdula
City of Benicia
Associate Civil Engineer
cgatdula@ci.benicia.ca.us