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Tinicum signs on as Section 106 consulting party for Clay Ridge Road bridge rehab
Summary
Supervisors authorized the township's response as a Section 106 consulting party for the county's Clay Ridge Road (Bridge 30) rehabilitation to help protect historic features; historic commission members urged sensitive restoration for bridges listed on the National Register.
The board authorized and ratified a consulting‑party response for the Clay Ridge Road bridge (Bridge 30 over Beaver Creek) under the Section 106 review process so the township can participate in design decisions that may affect historic features. Staff explained the bridge lies within or adjacent to the Ridge Valley Historic District and noted prior rehabilitation work had altered a bridge's historic character; being a consulting party will allow township input to protect historic integrity.
Members of the historic commission urged care in restoration, noting both local bridges cited are listed on the National Register and one is an early concrete arch bridge dating from the first decade of the 20th century. Township staff reported they submitted names and contact information (including historic commission representatives) ahead of the deadline and will update the board as the consultation proceeds. The board approved authorization and ratified submission by voice vote.
