Scrubgrass Road Bridge Replacement Project

Project Overview

This is a project to replace the bridge that carries Scrubgrass Road (Route 2014) over Cool Spring Creek in Findley Township, Mercer County.

Work will include replacing the existing steel beam bridge with a concrete beam bridge, as well as minor paving near the bridge and new pavement markings.  

Construction is expected to begin August 15, 2024, weather permitting. Because Cool Spring Creek is a stocked trout stream with endangered species, instream work is restricted from February 15 through August 15 of each year.

The demolition of the existing bridge and pier will happen in 2024. The schedule allows for a construction halt from November 2024 through March 2025 for winter weather, the contractor may work outside of the stream during this time if weather permits. 

Full work is expected to restart March 2025 with the roadway tentatively scheduled to reopen in July 2025.

The existing streel stringer was built in 1954 and is classified as poor condition. Approximately 1,600 vehicles a day use the bridge. 

The contractor is Mekis of Fenelton, PA. The contract cost is $3,873,888.35, which is to be paid with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds. his project is funded at least in part by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). 

Traffic Impacts

The project will require a detour, which will be posted using Route 19, Route 62, and Springfield Church Road (Route 2007). It is expected to be in place for 11 months.