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Walnut Creek’s Schroder Bridge repairs start October 5

Contra Costa County Public Works will rehabilitate the Robert I. Schroder Pedestrian Bridge over Treat Boulevard in Walnut Creek from October 5 through December 31, 2026.

By Walnut Creek Times
Published October 2, 2026 at 11:53 AM PDT · 1 min read

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Work on the rehabilitation of the Robert I. Schroder Pedestrian Bridge over Treat Boulevard in Walnut Creek will begin on Monday, October 5, 2026 and run through Thursday, December 31, 2026, according to Contra Costa County.

According to Contra Costa County: The work will take place between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, excluding holidays, weather permitting.

According to Contra Costa County: The bridge will be closed for the duration of the project.

According to Contra Costa County: Pedestrian and bicycle users on the Iron Horse Trail will be redirected to the existing street crossing on Treat Boulevard for approximately 3-4 months.

According to Contra Costa County: Drivers can expect 10-minute delays on Treat Boulevard during construction with occasional lane closures.

According to Contra Costa County: The project includes replacing bearing pads, paint repairs, bridge deck treatment, and sidewalk and curb replacement.

According to Contra Costa County: Approximately four night-time road closures will be required, with an approximate 5-mile traffic detour implemented during this work.

According to Contra Costa County: Funding for the project is provided by Measure X Funds and Park Dedication Funds.