Bancroft Bridge MOA/Design Public Meeting
April 3, 2024
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Length: 6 mi
Surface: Mixed
Difficulty: Easy
The Brandywine Heritage Trail is creating a recreational and transportation path winding through public park lands and past historic landmarks, scenic vistas and cultural institutions highlighting Delaware’s economic and artistic history.
The trail will be a major addition to the growing trail network in Delaware, not only will the trail connect an underserved community in Wilmington to the impressive system of parks that Delaware has to offer, but the trail will also connect many of the historic districts in Wilmington and the surrounding areas. The historic value that has allowed Wilmington to flourish throughout its years of existence is evident along the banks of Brandywine Creek. Providing safe and enjoyable access is a priority to encourage recreation and non-motorized transportation as Delaware’s trail network continues to develop.
Park, Natural Land, and River Connections:
Transportation and Community Connections:
Population Connections:
Historic District Connections:
Approximately 45,000 people live within just ½ mile of the trail according to 2010 census data. In comparison, New Castle County has a population of approximately 581,000. The creation of the Brandywine Heritage Trail will give over 7% of the population of New Castle County access to a growing trail network and greenspace - just a few minutes walk from their doorsteps.
The Brandywine Heritage Trail spans sections of both sides of Brandywine Creek and because of this, numerous private and public properties will be involved in the creation of the trail.
Currently, we look forward to a section of the trail getting underway in the vicinity of the DuPont Country Cub as soon as DelDOT can move the section funded by the redevelopers of the DuPont Country Club forward as a trail project.
A stakeholder committee is working with its governmental partners, evaluating strategies to move the trail project forward.
About Delaware Greenways:
We envision a State where trails, pathways and scenic corridors connect everyone to where they want to go, empowering them to live healthier lives as they discover and enjoy the outdoors.