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Cambria County

Bridge plans on public display

PennDOT is developing plans for the replacement of three bridge-structures on Route 53, two in Gallitzin Township and one in Dean Township, Cambria County.

The project consists of box culvert replacements on the two bridges in Gallitzin Township, one over Patty's Run and one over Bradley Run, and a steel I-beam replacement on the bridge over Lost Creek in Dean Township, with minimal approach road work. Detours will be implemented during construction.

A public meeting and plans display is scheduled to be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Ashville Volunteer Fire Company, 127 Pine St., Ashville.

Those interested in learning more about the project are welcome to attend any time during the meeting hours. The plans display will be conducted in an open house format. The comments of all individuals, groups or organizations are welcome.

The meeting location is accessible to those with disabilities. Individuals with special needs or requiring special aid should contact PennDOT prior to the meeting.

For more information, contact Adam J. Sherlock, P.E., PennDOT project manager, at 814-317-3146 or asherlock@pa.gov.

Bedford County

Bridge replacement planned

PennDOT is developing plans for the replacement of the bridge on Hershberger Road over Beaver Creek in South Woodbury Township, Bedford County.

The project will include the replacement of the existing bridge-structure with a spread box beam bridge. The scope of work will also include minor approach paving and guide rail updates. Traffic will be maintained using a detour during construction.

A public meeting and plans display will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, at the South Woodbury Township Building, 125 North Road, New Enterprise.

Those interested in learning more about the project are welcome to attend any time during the meeting hours. The plans display will be conducted in an open house format. The comments of all individuals, groups or organizations are welcome.

The meeting location is accessible to those with disabilities. Individuals with special needs or requiring special aid are asked to contact PennDOT prior to the meeting. For more information, contact Jacob Krause, P.E., Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor, at 814-696-7252 or jackrause@pa.gov.

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