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| https://www.lgraham.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=A009197F-C969-482A-B810-147872C68F33 | Graham Announces DOT Grant for Ashley River Crossing | 2019-11-06 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | SC | Lindsey Graham | G000359 | www.lgraham.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award the City of Charleston a $18.149 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant. The grant will help construct a standalone bridge adjacent to the Ashley River Bridge connecting West Ashley and the Charleston peninsula. The new bridge would primarily provide bicycle and pedestrian access. It will also provide a safer travel option for non-motorized commuters and help relieve traffic congestion. Graham wrote to Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao in July 2019 encouraging DOT to make this important investment in the City of Charleston. A copy of the letter is attached. Graham made the following statement after a phone call with Secretary Chao on Wednesday. I very much appreciate Secretary Chao for awarding this grant to construct a bike and pedestrian bridge. This project will improve the quality of life and safety of all those who live in and around one of the greatest cities in the nation: Charleston, South Carolina. This is a big enhancement when it comes quality of life. I was proud to be a partner in the efforts to get this done. ##### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |