The Maryland Avenue Pedestrian Bridge combines a large triangular truss with non-structural weave plates to add fluidity and an inviting sense of motion to the overall structure.  The design reflects Bales's in terest in expressing organic forms with industrial materials.  The bridge colors echo the desert trees used to shade the entrance ramps from the neighborhoods. The abstract relief patterns in the bridge's concrete ramp walls were inspired by artworks created during workshops the artist held with students from Maryland Elementary School and Ocotillo Elementary School. ​