Tampa’s network of bike paths is nearing completion with the final phase of the Green Spine Cycle Track, according to the City of Tampa. The decade-long project along W. Cass Street will expand the path to nearly 3.5 miles, connecting key parts of the city.
According to the City of Tampa, the Green Spine is a protected cycle track featuring raised concrete barriers that separate cyclists from vehicle traffic. The current construction covers a third of a mile along a busy urban stretch. The City of Tampa states that the improvements will create a safer and more efficient route, helping to slow traffic, ease congestion, and reduce emissions.
Mayor Jane Castor celebrated the project, saying it provides a safe and convenient way for residents and visitors to get around the city while reducing traffic. The Green Spine also supports Tampa’s Vision Zero initiative, which aims to eliminate road injuries and deaths.
The project's completion is eyed for late summer 2026, coming with a price tag just shy of $1 million, predominantly financed by a federal grant through the Florida Department of Transportation Local Agency Program (LAP). Timm Group Building & General Contractors is the chosen firm to lay the path to a greener commute. As the tracks take shape, locals should brace for detours and delays, updates for which can be found on the city's road closure portal.
