City of Charleston celebrates completion of Bridgepoint Ecological Park and Playground

The City of Charleston celebrated the completion of Bridgepoint Ecological Park and Playground with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the Shadowmoss neighborhood of West Ashley. The new green space and playground will also help reduce flooding in the surrounding community.

The Bridgepoint project uses nature-based solutions to help reduce both tidal and inland flooding in the Shadowmoss neighborhood. The park was created on the former site of the flood-prone Bridgepointe Townhomes, which were purchased and demolished after repeated flooding events. The area has been transformed into an ecological park designed to collect and store stormwater during heavy rain events and release it slowly over time.

Located within the Church Creek drainage basin, the project demonstrates how natural landscapes can play an important role in managing water and improving resilience in West Ashley. The park includes native vegetation, restored natural areas, walking trails, and a playground for neighborhood families. The Church Creek basin has experienced repeated flooding challenges over the years, and projects like Bridgepoint are designed to help reduce flood risk while improving neighborhood green space.

“Bridgepoint Ecological Park is a great example of how Charleston is marrying form and function,” said Mayor Cogswell. “This project helps reduce flooding while also creating a beautiful new amenity for West Ashley residents and families.”

Bridgepoint Ecological Park is part of the City of Charleston’s ongoing efforts to address flooding through innovative infrastructure and nature-based solutions that improve resilience while enhancing public spaces.

The City would like to thank the staff and partners who helped make this project possible, including the City’s Stormwater Management and Parks Departments, as well as Biohabitats, Lowcountry Siteworks, Surculus, Weston & Sampson, Wildlands, The Nature Conservancy, and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.