Peru, IL Pedestrian Bridge Over Route 251 Breaks Ground

Construction begins on $4M Peru pedestrian bridge project

A project first announced three years ago is moving forward in Peru. Construction has begun on a shared-use path and pedestrian bridge that will cross Route 251. The pedestrian bridge, which is expected to be in place by late summer 2027, will be located between Liberty Village and Pizza Hut. The bridge will be part of a larger shared-use path connecting Baker Lake to Veterans Park. The path will run along Wenzel Road and continue to North Peori…

Peru, IL Pedestrian Bridge Over Route 251 Breaks Ground

Construction has started on Peru, Illinois's $4M pedestrian bridge over Route 251, linking Liberty Village seniors to Hy-Vee by 2027.