Bensalem Township will receive $285,397 for the replacement of a bridge on Newport Mews Drive, according to an announcement by Rep. K.C. Tomlinson (R-Bucks) and Sen. Frank Farry (R-Bucks). The funding comes from the Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF).
The planned project includes stabilizing the bridge embankment with riprap along both sides of the stream channel to prevent further deterioration. Repairs will also address cracks in the bridge headwall, install a new guiderail, and replace existing corrugated metal pipe culverts under the bridge with reinforced concrete pipe.
“This is excellent news for residents of Bensalem Township,” said Tomlinson. “The bridge in question is the only access point for a development that holds 300 residents of our community. This funding will allow for necessary repairs that will make sure this bridge is safe for those coming and going from their homes.”
“I am committed to supporting the safety of our communities and I am pleased Rep. Tomlinson and I were able to secure this important funding for Bensalem Township,” said Farry.
Funds from the MTF can be used for various transportation-related improvements such as developing or rehabilitating transportation assets, improving streetscapes, lighting, sidewalks, pedestrian safety, connectivity among transportation assets, and transit-oriented development.
