A recent program held by the Manhattan Institute explores the possible roles of private sector finance and management, whether as a complement or as a substitute for traditional government ownership and operation, in building and maintaining infrastructure.

A century-old railroad bridge made unusable after its partial destruction by fire in 1974 is being brought back to life through a $35 million public-private partnership. Once the renovation is completed, the bridge, located in Poughkeepsie, NY, will be the longest pedestrian bridge in the country.