Crumbling Brick Pump House to Become Rest and Observation Area

A former water pump house adjacent to the Riverfront Trail and jutting out into the Mississippi River is now being reconstructed to serve as a viewing platform and rest area for cyclists and walkers. Reconstruction of the wall to half height, a new roof, and simple concrete benches inside will result in a shelter open to the elements—and the great views—for trail users.

The location at the east end of Mullanphy Street, off of North Broadway, will be ideally suited for watching the construction of the new Mississippi River Bridge. The City of St. Louis Port Authority has leased the pump house to Great Rivers Greenway. The Americorps Trail Rangers sponsored by Grace Hill will maintain this amenity, which should be complete in about three months.