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Residents say trailer parking and high speeds at Lake Massasecum launch create hazards
Summary
Speakers described trailer parking on shoulders, high speeds and limited maneuvering space near the Lake Massasecum boat launch and urged design changes including a turning lane and better parking layout to reduce conflicts.
Multiple residents and the Bradford fire chief noted that vehicles with trailers park on shoulders near the Lake Massasecum boat launch and that high speeds and a horizontal curve there increase collision risk. One participant described the shoulder parking and tight maneuverability, asking whether a turning lane or reconfigured parking could be added to improve safety.
Chief Brian Al and others suggested signage to alert drivers to congested conditions and recommended evaluating turning-lane feasibility. “Not only is it a congested area for trailers parking, which is allowed, but it's traffic that's turning with boat traffic,” the chief said.
