U.S. Senator Katie Britt Directly Secures $1,020,000 for Depot Street Bridge in St. Clair County

WASHINGTON , D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), through her role on the Senate Appropriations Committee, directly secured $1,020,000 for the St. Clair County Commission to replace the Depot Street Bridge in Riverside. Senator Britt directly secured more than $68 million for Alabama in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations Act. The replaced Depot Street Bridge structure outlet and southbound road view “I’m proud to secure over $1 million for St. Clair County Commission to replace a heavily traveled bridge that serves commuters and families every day,” said Senator Britt. “St. Clair County has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, and it’s critical that our infrastructure matches that growth, providing residents with safe and reliable routes throughout the county. As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I am grateful for the opportunity to secure funding for projects that will make a difference in the lives of Alabamians.” The Depot Street Bridge was built in 1935. The bridge has no true guardrail system and is traveled by over 1,000 cars daily, including school buses. With new housing growth around the area, the bridge is in critical need of replacements and updates to ensure safety for travelers. “On behalf of the St. Clair County Commission and the citizens we serve, I want to thank Senator Katie Britt for securing $1.02 million in federal funding for the replacement of the Depot Street Bridge. As residential development in this area continues to increase, this roadway is carrying more traffic, including school buses traveling across the bridge every day. Replacing the bridge is an important investment in the safety, reliability, and future growth of our community. We are grateful for Senator Britt’s leadership, her continued support of St. Clair County, and her commitment to addressing the infrastructure needs of Alabama’s growing communities,” said St. Clair County Commissioner Chairman Stan Batemon. ###