If you’re looking for a nice spot to have a picnic, walk your dog, or to just sit and enjoy nature for a bit, then you may want to add the developing Bridgeport River Park to your list of places to visit. You can access it by road or river.
There is a boat dock, pavilions with individual picnic tables, uncovered picnic tables, and swings to sit in and take in the quiet and picturesque view of the Tennessee River.
On Tuesday, June 3, TARCOG staff stopped by on the way to a meeting with Bridgeport City Councilman Barry Hughes, who is the driving force behind the park and planned campground on County Road 271.
TARCOG wanted to learn more about the park and campground to see if there are ways the agency can assist with its development. Executive Director Michelle Jordan, Economic Development and Planning Director Lee Terry, Economic Development Coordinator Leslie Wright and Communications Coordinator Wendy Reeves met with Hughes to learn more about the project.
Five picnic table pavilions and small bridge were recently completed and the beginnings of marking off the campground area has started on this project that will add to the quality of life in the area but also make a significant impact on economic development for the city of 2,264 residents.
From left, Economic Development Coordinator Leslie Wright Executive Director Michelle Jordan, Economic Development and Planning Director Lee Terry and Bridgeport City Councilman Barry Hughes look over plans for the Bridgeport River Park and Campground site.
