Each day, the Interstate 80 bridge over the Mississippi River connecting Illinois and Iowa carries 36,000 cars. But in the not-too-distant future, it may carry bison.
He wants to turn the westbound lanes into a grassy meadow while the eastbound lanes would become a safely separated pedestrian and bike path that provides close-up views of the iconic. The plan calls for introducing a herd of wild bison into the region that could roam the bridge and 100 acres of restored prairie on each side.
The word"crazy" has been used to describe the idea, even by Pregracke himself. But his proposal has gained momentum among Quad Cities residents and leaders. Supporters, including Illinois Democratic Rep. Cheri Bustos, whose district includes the bridge, and Paul Rumler, head of the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, have said"crazy" is what's necessary.
Added Pregracke:"It's a wild idea, but it has to be. If it was boring, would you ever stop in your car? No. It has to be one of a kind, nothing else like it in the world."Chad Pregracke talks about his idea to repurpose the Interstate 80 bridge over the Mississippi River between Iowa and Illinois, on April 11, 2021, near the Mississippi Rapids Rest Stop Eastbound in East Moline, Illinois.
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