Reclaiming the historic Rock Island Railroad Bridge as an entertainment district
Appreciating the recreational value of the Kansas River, the emerging energy in the West Bottoms and a growing demand for experiences that are unique and authentic, Flying Truss LLC (FT) was formed to reclaim the historic Rock Island Railroad Bridge (the “RIB”) as an entertainment district, and new Kansas City metro landmark.
Developer: Flying Truss, LLC
Architect: Gould Evans
Engineer: Thornton Tomasetti
Contractor: L. G. Barcus and Sons, Inc.