Pawtucket Announces $30 Million Infrastructure Investment to Unlock Phase 1B of Tidewater Landing
New pedestrian bridge, stormwater upgrades, public amenities, and housing are moving forward in the district.
PAWTUCKET, RI – Mayor Donald Grebien, joined by Governor Dan McKee and development partners, today announced a $30 million investment in critical infrastructure to help realize the full potential of Phase 1B of the Tidewater Landing project. Financed through low-cost loans from the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank, these improvements will transform the Seekonk riverfront into a fully integrated, mixed-use destination.
The Phase 1B infrastructure plan includes the construction of a signature pedestrian bridge that will connect the eastern and western sides of the Seekonk River, linking new housing, retail, and restaurants into one cohesive district. Additional projects include stormwater infrastructure essential for supporting planned developments, new sections of the public riverwalk, landscaping, lighting, and expanded public recreation spaces.
“Just a few years ago, this land was a vacant former brownfield. Today, the vision of a mixed-use district including entertainment, new housing, and park space is fast becoming a reality,” said Mayor Donald Grebien. “These infrastructure investments are the elements needed to unlock the full housing and economic development potential of Tidewater Landing. We are making it happen right here in Pawtucket.”
The announcement comes as the Tidewater district experiences a surge in residential growth, with 600 new units in the development pipeline. Projects like Wood Partners’ 325-unit riverfront development, which recently received approval to move forward from the Pawtucket City Planning Commission.
“I’ve proudly backed the Tidewater development from day one, and today’s announcement represents the next step forward in revitalizing Pawtucket and the Blackstone Valley through this project,” said Governor Dan McKee. “This investment will build on our state’s economic momentum, add more good-paying jobs, and help us deliver a space for all Rhode Islanders to enjoy. I’m grateful to Mayor Grebien and our partners for their work and support of this project.”
“As a lifelong Pawtucket resident, I relish the fact that this long vacant tract of land along the river is finally going to fulfill its promise,” said Pawtucket City Council President Terrence Mercer. “The new pedestrian bridge, public spaces, and housing will truly connect this area of our riverfront into a vibrant new neighborhood.”
“We are proud to see the vision for Tidewater Landing continuing to come to life,” said Dan Kroeber, Managing Partner at Fortuitous Partners. “This phase marks another meaningful step forward in advancing development along the riverfront and delivering new housing and community-focused spaces to the community. We’re encouraged by the steady progress taking shape and look forward to continuing to work alongside our public- and private-sector partners to move this transformative project ahead.”
“We are excited to be part of the momentum at Tidewater Landing,” said Jim Lambert, Development Director at Wood Partners. “The city’s commitment to high-quality public amenities, like the new pedestrian bridge and riverwalk, makes this an ideal location for our 325-unit riverfront multifamily
Phase 1B builds on the success of Centreville Bank Stadium, which opened in May 2025 as the home of Rhode Island FC, attracting an average of 8,000 fans per game.
