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Steel Bridge Skatepark Project, Community Survey 1, Feb 2026

Please help us build a great skatepark and plaza!

Project Summary
The Steel Bridge Skatepark site, an approximately 63,000 square foot teardrop-shaped parcel with around 33,000 square feet of skateable terrain, in downtown Portland’s Old Town neighborhood at the western foot of the Steel Bridge. The site is bounded by NW Naito Parkway to the east, NW 1st Avenue to the west, and NW Everett Street to the south.

This project has $15 million in System Development Charges (SDCs) and an additional $364,000 from Prosper Portland to support the development of the new Steel Bridge Skatepark in Old Town.

Portland’s skating community has envisioned a premier downtown skatepark since the early 2000s. Extensive community input was gathered and incorporated into PP&R’s 2008 Skatepark System Plan, which identified this site as a priority location.

This new public plaza and skatepark will provide a fun, activated and safe space for people of all backgrounds and abilities.


Goal for Community Gathering #1
  • Introduce the project and project background
  • Review of three design options
  • Gather community input and user information
Links to Design Boards:
1.What features would help make this a welcoming and safe space for everyone — skaters and non-skaters alike? (Select up to 3)
2.How can the design celebrate the park’s unique location and reflect Old Town’s character and history? (Select the option that best fits your vision)
3.What should the design emphasize to better connect the park to Waterfront Park, nearby landmarks, and local businesses? (Select all that apply)
4.What amenities would you like to see included? (Select up to 3)
5.How would you use the Steel Bridge Skatepark + Plaza? (Select all that apply)
6.What skate and ride features are most important to include? (Select up to 3)
7.How should the skatepark be designed to welcome all levels of ability — from beginners to pros? (Select the option that best fits your vision)
8.What type of transportation will you use to get to the park or what type of physical activity do you plan on participating in at the park? (Select all that apply)
9.After looking at the design boards, what words describe your favorite features from any of the designs? (Pick 10)
You can view the full size design board pdfs file here:
10.Is there anything else you’d like to share?
11.We will be hosting focus groups as part of this project. We are especially interested in hearing from youth and people with disabilities who roll or want to learn to roll (e.g., skateboard, rollerblade, wheelchair/adaptive, etc.). Would you like to be added to a contact list? (select all that apply)
12.Please tell us about yourself. These questions are optional but tell us who is participating.

What is your age?
13.I identify as
14.The language/s I prefer the project materials to be presented in for full participation and feedback: (check all that apply)

This list is based on the City of Portland’s Language List of languages spoken by approximately 1,000 or more individuals.
15.Do you or a family member live with a disability or identify as a disabled person?
16.If yes, please describe the nature of you and/or your family member’s disability. Please check all that apply.
17.Regarding residence, I
18.How many children under age 18 live with you?
19.What are their ages? (check all that apply):
20.Which neighborhood do you live in?
21.How far do you travel to get to the PP&R skatepark you skate at most often? (pick one)
22.How often do you currently visit Old Town/Chinatown? (pick one)
23.How did you hear about this survey? (check all that apply)
24.Please give us your contact information to receive updates about this project, information on the focus groups, and to enter the raffle drawing for a chance to win exciting gift cards and offerings from local businesses:

Name
25.Email
26.Phone