The Gaffney T-Bridge is one of only two structures like it in the world, so this $4.7 million project not only needed to rehabilitate the bridge’s structural deficiencies but also preserve a beloved historical icon. Originally built in 1919 and widened in 1970, the Gaffney T-Bridge Improvement Project took two years to complete. It serves as one of the City of Gaffney’s few grade separated railroad crossings and allows much needed access to both sides of the tracks for vehicles and pedestrians alike. The project not only addressed structural deficiencies by replacing several steel beams, but also expanded pedestrian access in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Additional funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act helped bring the project to completion, especially as unexpected structural issues drove up costs after work began. The finished bridge is now a showpiece for the city’s historic downtown area; drawing visitors and community members alike to walk downtown and enjoy this structural icon.