On Monday, October 22, 2018, Governor Matt Bevin announced the construction of a new vehicular bridge at Natural Bridge State Resort Park. The project, a joint effort between the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and the Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet, will allow for safer and more direct access to the park’s cottages, Woodland Center, swimming pool, and Hoedown Island, a public area used for square dancing and other events. The original bridge, constructed in the 1930s, was closed in January following an inspection that showed signs of deterioration. Construction is expected to begin in Spring 2019.