Gateway Industrial District Development

With help from the City of Oakland, the U.S. Department of Transportation, and the Transportation Commissions of California and Alameda County, the City worked with the Port of Oakland to turn the former Oakland Army Base into a modern logistics and mixed-use center. This project combines public and private funding to improve the area. The redevelopment created new public infrastructure and private development, bringing new jobs, economic growth, and better transportation for Oakland, Alameda County, and the surrounding region.

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City Public Infrastructure Overview

In 2019, the City of Oakland, with support from federal, state, and regional partners, completed a major public improvement project to prepare the former base area for redevelopment. This work included cleaning up the soil, rebuilding roads, upgrading utilities, and adding new bike paths. Overall, the Gateway Industrial District improvements created 14,760 feet of new roads and utilities, 7,803 feet of Class 1 bike and pedestrian trails, 8,210 feet of Class 2 bike trails, 8,648 feet of sidewalks, and three rail crossings. These upgrades connect the City and the Port to the future Gateway Park and help link the former Army Base to Oakland’s larger transportation network.

Public Infrastructure Funding and Construction Timeline

  • 2019: The City completed the public infrastructure project, marking a major milestone in the area’s redevelopment. 

  • 2019: The City also activated the Community Facilities District (CFD) to fund long-term maintenance of the new infrastructure. 

  • 2018: The Alameda County Transportation Commission awarded a $5 million grant for building a new truck parking lot. 

  • 2016: The same commission approved a $41 million grant for public roadway improvements. 

  • 2013: The City began construction of new public infrastructure at the former base. 

  • 2013: The California Transportation Commission approved a $176.3 million Trade Corridor Improvement Fund (TCIF) grant for construction of public improvements. 

  • 2012: The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded a $1.6 million TIGER II Planning Grant to support the site’s master planning. 

  • 2011–2012: The City of Oakland committed about $45 million for planning, pre-development, and construction of public improvements. 

Bike Paths and Bay Trail Access

Bay Trail at the Gateway Industrial District
Bay Trail at the Gateway Industrial District

Key development objectives of the public improvements in the Gateway Industrial District included providing access to waterfront public areas, extending the Bay Trail system to the Bay Bridge isthmus, and creating pedestrian-friendly environments for workers and visitors. To achieve these goals, bike and pedestrian paths were constructed to connect the District directly to the Bay Trail and the Bay Bridge, enhancing both mobility and recreational opportunities.

New Streets & Utilities

As part of the public infrastructure improvements in the Gateway Industrial District, several roadways were rebuilt and upgraded to meet current standards. Maritime Street received intersection controls, bicycle and pedestrian paths, repaving, and landscaping. Burma Road was extended to the western edge of the District, and the segment nearest Maritime Street was realigned to meet traffic safety standards. Wake Avenue was also realigned to meet traffic safety standards and created usable parcels in the North Gateway Area. Admiral Robert Toney Way is a new road that was constructed from Maritime Street east toward West Grand Avenue. 

The District also includes existing rail crossings and plans for new rail lines to connect with the Port of Oakland’s adjacent rail yard, supporting maritime operations. 

New utility systems—including water distribution, wastewater and stormwater collection, gas distribution, electrical systems, security, and telecommunications—were installed to serve the redevelopment and future development needs of the District. 

Private Improvements

Distribution, Warehousing and Logistics

Prologis, a global leader in industrial real estate development and logistics, has completed construction of approximately 700,000 sq ft. for the Oakland Global Trade and Logistics Center within the Gateway Industrial District. 

  • Phase I: 256,000-square-foot building, completed August 2017 

  • Phase II: 232,000-square-foot building, completed June 2019 

  • Phase III: 190,000-square-foot building, completed December 2022 

For more information, visit the Prologis website: www.prologis.com and Distribution, Warehousing and Logistics Facilities page.

Prologis before
Prologis before

Prologis after
Prologis after

Recycling

The City is partnering with recycling companies to relocate their operations to the Gateway Industrial District. For more information, visit the Recycling Facilities page.

Maritime-Related Uses

The City's redevelopment plan includes providing ancillary maritime services and a bulk marine terminal. For more information, visit the Maritime Services page.

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