Two Years Later, Towpath Access Bridge Still Out

September 19, 2013 State Legislature

... but the promised access is not delivered. — State officials say the bridge could be replaced by 2014.

The sign at DeMott Lane and Easton Avenue promises ... — The sign at DeMott Lane and Easton Avenue promises …

Two years after it was swept away by the remnants of Hurricane Irene, the D&R Canal Towpath access bridge off DeMott Lane in Somerset is getting some attention.

But it’s still going to be nearly another year before the bridge will once again allow access to the towpath.

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Two Years Later, Towpath Access Bridge Still Out

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