The Gold Star Memorial Bridge, a pair of twin-span bridges carrying I-95, is the largest in Connecticut and serves as a critical transit point between Groton and New London over the Thames River. Pedestrians are currently forced to cross on the southbound span via a narrow sidewalk immediately adjacent to traffic while guarded only by a low concrete barrier. This not only presents a major safety concern but deters users from sustainable transport options such as walking or biking which are increasingly in demand. The central objective of this project is to integrate an accessible pedestrian walkway into the existing bridge’s superstructure considering both current repairs due to the recent oil tanker accident and planned rehabilitation. In addition, the walkway design should account for the aesthetics and history of the existing bridge. Finally, the connection of the walkway into the community’s transit system must avoid any issues with zoning or clearance that might arise due to neighboring railway tracks and a historic mill on one bank of the river.