- Waterford City and County Council opens public consultation for pedestrian bridge naming
- 207-metre bridge connects south quay to North Quays development with opening span
- Crossing expected to open to public in Q4 2026
- Local groups advocate naming after Dr Noel Browne, local humour suggests “Noodles Bridge”
- Formal submission dates and framework yet to be announced by council
Waterford City and County Council has confirmed that a public consultation process will allow local residents to submit and vote on names for the city’s new Sustainable Transport Bridge . The 207-metre-long pedestrian, cycle and green public transport bridge features an opening central span to accommodate River Suir traffic . The crossing bridges the south quay, radiating from the historic Clock Tower, to the evolving North Quays Strategic Development Zone and the city’s new integrated transport hub .
The landmark crossing is expected to open to the public in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2026 . While officials have guaranteed that community engagement is part of the plan, specific dates and submission frameworks have yet to be officially announced . Though the formal submission window is not yet open, local political and community groups have already started to float ideas .
People Before Profit Waterford has advocated naming the bridge after Dr Noel Browne, the Waterford-born doctor and former Minister for Health credited with eliminating tuberculosis in Ireland . On local radio forums including WLR FM, residents have playfully suggested satirical options, including “Noodles Bridge” to complement the nearby Rice Bridge . Updates on how and when to log formal naming submissions will be made available via the Waterford City and County Council official website .
