Bridge to Kramer Ball Fields Closed Indefinitely

Wooden structure provides access to Kent parks primary baseball and softball fields

Posted Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 3:14 pm ET|Updated Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 10:38 pm ET

The primary access point to the Kramer Ball Fields at is closed indefinitely.

The city announced the closure of the Redmond Bridge, which spans the Cuyahoga River from Stow Street to the ball fields, Friday afternoon.

The bridge has been closed for safety reasons due to deterioration of its wooden piers.

It's unclear how the bridge closure will affect youth baseball and softball leagues.

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