A footbridge at Paradise Creek Nature Park in Portsmouth has reopened after nearly a year of closure due to structural damage caused by sun exposure.
The bridge, a key part of the park’s 1-mile loop trail, was shut down after sun damage rendered the wood unsafe to walk on. The city closed the bridge while searching for a contractor capable of handling the specialized repair work the structure required.
Larry Lapell, operations manager at Paradise Creek Nature Park, said the lengthy closure came down to one challenge…