Project Update

On December 1, 2020, the Town Council approved several actions associated with the Highway 17 Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing project. The actions include accepting the Measure B grant of $2.75 million, authorizing the release of a Request for Proposals for engineering design, and approving a Community Engagement Plan. The design work will begin in early 2021 and will be completed in 2023. Throughout the design phase, there will be additional opportunities for the Town Council and the public to provide input.   Please stay in touch with this project by visiting this webpage. The Town welcomes your involvement in making Los Gatos a more bike and pedestrian friendly community!   

The Town Council has approved the feasibility study for the Highway 17 Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Project. This motion allows staff to proceed with exploring design options and detailed engineering work, such as a final bridge structure, bridge width, and environmental clearance. It also supports the Town's staff ability to pursue future grant applications for construction dollars.  

The Town Council action included the following key design elements: 

1. A separate bridge structure for bicyclists and pedestrians  
2. Preferred alignment south of Blossom Hill Road Bridge 
3. Bridge width between 16 and 20 feet 
4. Three bridge type options for further evaluation: concrete, steel truss, and steel arch 

Feasibility Study for the Highway 17 Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Project 

• Please click here to view the Finalized Project Feasibility Study! 

Please view the Project Video to hear what people say about this project! 

• Click here to view the design concept of the Bicycle & Pedestrian Overcrossing
• Community Engagement Activities Report

Project Background

The Town of Los Gatos has prepared a Feasibility Study to evaluate options to improve safety and connections for bicyclists and pedestrians crossing Highway 17 near Blossom Hill Road. This phase of the project evaluates three alignment alternatives and provide conceptual design of these alternatives. The Town is actively pursuing funding for the final design and construction of the preferred alternative.

Project Goals

• Improve bicycle and pedestrian safety and comfort across Highway 17
• Improve safe biking and walking routes to school
• Promote more biking and walking trips