Design plans finalized for West Beach Drive multi-use sidewalk
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City officials have announced design plans for the West Beach Drive Multi-Use Sidewalk Project have been finalized.
Key Features:
Lanes narrowed to 11′
Path width varies from 8′-12′
120 trees were removed: 54 pine trees (24 of which are dead in poor health or a safety concern), 64 palm trees (3 of which are dead), and 2 oak trees.
In addition to 227 trees, 82 are oak trees for a net gain of 107 trees
Turn down the curb to reinforce the structural integrity of the road
17 stormwater filtration systems to reduce trash and debris from entering the bay
The final design is subject to review and approval by the Florida Department of Transportation and the Panama City Commission.
To view full design plans, click here.
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