Bridge Replacement Gets Funding In Bensalem

BENSALEM TOWNSHIP, PA — The bridge along Newport Mews Drive has received funding for its replacement.

State Rep. Kathleen "K.C." Tomlinson (R-Bucks) and State Sen. Frank Farry (R-Bucks) announced that the township has been awarded funding for a bridge replacement project through the Multimodal Transportation Fund.

The township will receive $285,397 to replace the Newport Mews Drive bridge, the Lower Bucks County legislators said.

The project will stabilize a portion of the bridge embankment by installing riprap along both sides of the stream channel, preventing further deterioration.

The bridge headwall cracks will also be repaired, a new guiderail will be installed, and reinforced concrete pipe will replace the existing corrugated metal pipe culverts under the bridge.

“This is excellent news for residents of Bensalem Township,” Tomlinson said. “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.”

Funds from the MTF may be used for the development, rehabilitation, and enhancement of transportation assets to existing communities, streetscape, lighting, sidewalk enhancement, pedestrian safety, connectivity of transportation assets and transit-oriented development.