Westchester Reporter

The Waverly Avenue Bridge in Mamaroneck has reopened following significant upgrades aimed at improving flood mitigation and community safety. The $5 million project, spearheaded by the Town of Mamaroneck with financial support from Westchester County and New York State, replaces an outdated structure with a modern design.

County Executive George Latimer emphasized the importance of the project: “The new Waverly Avenue Bridge is an investment in the future of Mamaroneck. This project represents how we can work together to address longstanding infrastructure challenges and prepare for the environmental realities of tomorrow.”

Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins highlighted the project's role in addressing local flooding issues: “Flooding has long been a challenge in this area, and Westchester County’s over $2 million investment in this project is part of a comprehensive effort to build safer, stronger neighborhoods. The Waverly Avenue Bridge is an example of the impact we can make together.”

Mamaroneck Town Supervisor Jaine Elkind Eney noted the broader benefits: “Replacing the Waverly Avenue Bridge is a big step forward for our community. It not only addresses flood risks but also creates safer and more accessible roads and sidewalks for our residents and visitors. We would like to thank our State, County, and Local government partners who worked with us on this critical project for our community.”

Village Mayor Sharon Torres called it a success for local residents: “This project is a big win for our community. The new bridge strengthens our flood defenses and creates a safer, more efficient roadway for everyone who lives and works here.”

Town Engineer Robert P. Wasp explained its technical aspects: “This bridge replacement aligns with established engineering recommendations to mitigate flooding in the Sheldrake River. By widening the span and elevating the new bridge deck, we’ve taken a significant step forward to improve our infrastructure and reduce flood risks for the surrounding neighborhood.”

Funded partly by $1.75 million from New York State's BridgeNY program and $2.084 million from Westchester County’s Flood Mitigation Grant program, this initiative forms part of broader efforts to tackle infrastructure needs in areas prone to flooding. The design incorporates elements from a 2017 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers report on flood risk management.

Although some utility work will continue, the bridge is now operational as part of ongoing strategies against flooding.