Summary
Trail advocacy groups are donating $310,130 to help build a sidewalk across the Canal Bridge on NC 126 in Nebo, connecting the Fonta Flora and Overmountain Victory trails. NCDOT covers $1.24 million of the $1.55 million project.
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Last discussed Feb 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
$310,130 in private donations toward a $1.55 million NCDOT project; county maintains the sidewalk off-bridge afterward.
✅Who benefits
Walkers, trail users, and Nebo residents gaining a safe crossing over the bridge.
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