As area motorists anticipate the reopening of one bridge in Lower Saucon Township, another bridge replacement project is being discussed.
Officials this week announced a public comment period through May 15 for a project that will involve replacing the 1956 Easton Road bridge across the east branch of the Saucon Creek with a new span, likely in 2028.
According to information shared by PennDOT, the current open grate bridge near Ringhoffer Road “is at or near the end of its design life.” Thirty-four feet long and 32 feet wide, it has an average daily traffic volume of approximately 5,100 vehicles…