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Lackawanna River Trail Gets $2M Pedestrian Bridge
7 Dec
Summary
- A $2 million project will connect Olyphant and Dickson City via a new pedestrian bridge.
- The bridge will link existing and new sections of the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail.
- Funding includes over $1.6 million from PennDOT's Transportation Alternatives program.
The Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority is set to begin its most significant project in recent history: a $2 million pedestrian bridge over the Lackawanna River. This initiative will connect the heritage trail sections in Olyphant and Dickson City, creating a continuous pathway for recreation and connectivity. The project also includes a new trailhead and parking area in Olyphant.
The approximately 200-foot bridge, slated to be LHVA's longest, will span the river, linking a new 0.8-mile trail segment in Olyphant with a 1-mile trail in Dickson City. This endeavor aims to enhance community access and promote alternative transportation, linking Throop, Olyphant, and Dickson City.
Construction is anticipated to commence in the summer of 2026, with an estimated completion time of eight to 12 months. The project is largely funded by a $1.6 million grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, supplemented by $200,000 from the state's Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program.
