The bridge's design features an asymmetrical cable-stayed system, which is a rare configuration for a pedestrian bridge.
The entire structure is suspended by a single 90-foot mast, minimizing its footprint in the valley.
The bridge was engineered to sway slightly, a feature designed to handle wind loads and thermal expansion.
Its construction was a central component of the Reedy River revitalization project, which transformed a formerly industrial site into a public park.
The bridge was designed by architect Miguel Rosales and structural engineering firm Schlaich Bergermann & Partner.
The Liberty Bridge is a 345-foot-long curved suspension bridge located within Falls Park on the Reedy in Greenville, South Carolina. It is characterized by its unique single-side suspension design, which uses cables on only one side to keep the view of the Reedy River Falls unobstructed. The deck is supported by a 90-foot-tall mast held in place by cables anchored into the granite rock. Opened in 2004, the structure serves as a pedestrian walkway connecting the park to downtown Greenville. The bridge's steel and concrete construction accommodates high pedestrian traffic while providing direct vantage points over the falls.
From the lower park trails looking upward, or from the center of the bridge for a panoramic view of the falls.
Visit during the evening to see the bridge illuminated by architectural lighting.
Extend your walk by exploring the interconnected paths of the Swamp Rabbit Trail that lead directly under the bridge.
Carry a water bottle as there are few shaded spots directly on the span itself.
Avoid visiting during heavy rain or wind events when the pedestrian surface can become slick and the sway of the bridge may be uncomfortable for some.
