DUSABLE BRIDGE CHICAGO, IL Steel Sidewalk Plates Create Safety for Pedestrians on the Busy DuSable Bridge THE SITUATION Previously known as the Michigan Avenue Bridge, the DuSable Bridge was recently renamed to honor the first resident of Chicago, Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable. As the founder of the city in the late 1700’s, his work jumpstarted a small trading post into a global metropolis. After 10 years of hard work, those who fought to have the bridge renamed after him celebrated in October 2010. Many believe renaming the bridge shows diversity in Chicago and represents the 21st century. The DuSable Bridge is a bascule bridge that carries Michigan Avenue across the main stem of the Chicago River in downtown Chicago. Due to the heavy traffic present on this bridge, safety was a top pr

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