New York State Department of Transportation Announces Opening of New Bridge Over Boquet River In Essex County
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) today announced the opening of a new bridge over the Boquet River in Essex County. The new bridge, which is located on Route 86 between the towns of Elizabethtown and Keene, replaces a structurally deficient bridge that was built in 1930.
The new bridge is a steel girder bridge with a concrete deck. It is 150 feet long and 30 feet wide, and it has two 12-foot travel lanes and two 6-foot shoulders. The bridge also includes new sidewalks on both sides.
The new bridge was built using federal and state funds. The total cost of the project was $11.5 million.
“This new bridge is a vital link in the transportation network of Essex County,” said NYSDOT Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez. “It will improve safety and mobility for residents and businesses in the area, and it will also support economic development in the region.”
The old bridge was closed to traffic in 2021 due to its deteriorating condition. The new bridge was built on a new alignment, which allowed for a straighter and wider roadway.
“The opening of this new bridge is a great day for Essex County,” said Essex County Board of Supervisors Chairman Shaun Gillilland. “This bridge will improve safety and traffic flow for our residents and businesses, and it will also help to boost tourism in the region.”
The new bridge is open to traffic.
State Department of Transportation Announces Opening of New Bridge Over Boquet River In Essex County
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