Canal Bridge sidewalk connecting Fonta Flora and Overmountain Victory trails
Burke County
Summary
Friends groups put up the final $150,000 match for a 480-foot sidewalk on the Canal Bridge over NC 126, linking the Fonta Flora and Overmountain Victory state trails across Lake James State Park. The project can now move into NCDOT's next phase.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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Last discussed Jul 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
$1.24 million project funded largely by grant money with a fully donated local match.
Trail users, tourists and businesses near Lake James.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Jul 20, 2026
The county will lease and operate a new 10.6-acre Duke Energy boat access area on Lake James, adding paved ramps, a courtesy dock, parking, and restrooms — with no user fees and no expected budget impact.
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Mar 16, 2026
Friends of Fonta Flora presented a $150,000 check covering the local match for a $1.24 million project to build a 480-foot pedestrian walkway on the Canal Bridge deck, linking state trails and Lake James State Park.
Board of Commissioners Pre-Agenda Meeting - Mar 2, 2026
Friends groups put up the final $150,000 match for a 480-foot sidewalk on the Canal Bridge over NC 126, linking the Fonta Flora and Overmountain Victory state trails across Lake James State Park. The project can now move into NCDOT's next phase.
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