State Department of Transportation Announces Completion of New State Route 58 Bridge in St. Lawrence County
December 19, 2024
St. Lawrence County, NY – The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) today announced the completion of the new State Route 58 bridge over the Oswegatchie River in St. Lawrence County. The $8.1 million project replaced the existing 80-year-old bridge with a modern, wider structure that meets current safety and traffic volume standards.
The new bridge features two 12-foot-wide travel lanes, 10-foot shoulders, and a 5-foot-wide sidewalk on one side. It also has a clear height of 18 feet, which will accommodate larger vehicles.
“This new bridge is a significant investment in the safety and mobility of St. Lawrence County residents,” said NYSDOT Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez. “It will provide a more reliable and efficient connection for both local traffic and businesses.”
The old bridge was in poor condition and had become a bottleneck for traffic. The new bridge will improve traffic flow and reduce congestion, particularly during peak travel times.
The project also included the construction of new approach roadways, drainage improvements, and environmental mitigation measures. The bridge was designed to blend with the surrounding landscape and minimize impacts to the Oswegatchie River.
“This new bridge is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our engineers, contractors, and workers,” said NYSDOT Regional Director Karen Schutte. “We are proud to deliver this important infrastructure improvement to the people of St. Lawrence County.”
The project was funded through the NYSDOT’s Capital Program. The contractor for the project was L.G. Pike, Inc. of Baldwinsville, New York.
The new bridge is now open to traffic. Motorists are advised to use caution as they approach the new bridge and become familiar with the new traffic pattern.
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