The “Charles Hendrickson Overpass” built over 53 years ago at the intersection of what is now Oddie and Silverada Boulevards is now in the process of being demolished.
It was originally constructed to allow for a safer way to cross Oddie Boulevard. It was named after Charles Hendrickson who spent two decades of his life dedicated to working for Reno police in the traffic department. Hendrickson passed away in Reno at the age of 78 on April 19, 2010.
While the demolition takes place, Oddie Blvd at Silverada Blvd will be closed to all traffic but Silverada will remain open for through traffic.
The current pedestrian bridge didn’t meet ADA compliance so it will be removed and the existing street level crosswalk will be enhanced.
This demolition is part of RTC’s “Oddie Wells Project” which plans to increase safety and mobility of the area by constructing new lights, landscaping, and ADA compliant sidewalks and crosswalks with ramps.