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Selectboard discusses Lords Road Bridge repair estimate of about $300,000
Summary
The board heard that the Lords Road Bridge may require repairs with an estimated cost of approximately $300,000 and discussed potential pedestrian needs, reopening a Class 4 road, ownership of an adjacent dam, and waterway protection implications tied to bridge leasing for logging.
The Orange Selectboard discussed the Lords Road Bridge at its Feb. 9 meeting and recorded an estimated repair cost of approximately $300,000. The minutes state that an extension filing is required and that repair planning should consider abutments, insurance, and whether a pedestrian bridge is needed to serve three residences on the road.
Members also discussed the possibility of reopening the Class 4 road during repair work, noted that the adjacent dam is owned by Barre City, and referenced Parks Department leasing of bridges for logging with related waterway protection concerns. The minutes do not record a motion or funding decision for the Lords Road Bridge repairs during this meeting.
