Connecting Place and Community
Spanning the Levisa Fork in downtown Paintsville, the Forest and Maxine Preston Memorial Pedestrian Bridge serves as both a functional crossing and a meaningful community landmark. Designed for walkers and cyclists, the bridge connects key areas of the city while offering a peaceful vantage point over the river and surrounding landscape.
Named in honor of Forest and Maxine Preston, the bridge reflects a commitment to community connection — both literal and symbolic. It represents the importance of thoughtful infrastructure in shaping how residents and visitors experience Paintsville on foot.
A Walkable View of Paintsville
The pedestrian bridge provides an easy way to move between downtown spaces, parks, and nearby destinations without relying on a vehicle. For many, it has become part of daily routines — a place for morning walks, casual conversations, and moments of pause above the water.
Its simple, accessible design invites people to slow down and take in the surroundings, offering a different perspective of Paintsville that’s often missed from the road.
Why the Bridge Matters
The Forest and Maxine Preston Memorial Pedestrian Bridge matters because it prioritizes connection — between neighborhoods, between people, and between the city and its natural setting. It reflects Paintsville’s ongoing efforts to create welcoming public spaces that support walkability and quality of life.
More than a crossing, the bridge has become part of how the community moves, gathers, and experiences downtown.