News Release Archive

TRANSPORTATION/PUBLIC WORKS--Larrys River Bridge Replacement
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The Department of Transportation and Public Works will install a
replacement bridge on Route 316 over Larrys River in Guysborough
County. The single-lane structure will be in place within two
weeks.

Larrys River Bridge collapsed Friday, Sept. 26, after being
struck by a tractor-trailer.

Motorists are advised to detour via the Lundy Road, and Route 316
to Trunk 16 via Port Felix.

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Contact: Laura Lee Langley
         Transportation and Public Works
         902-424-8687
         E-mail: langlell@gov.ns.ca

         Troy Webb
         Area manager
         Transportation and Public Works
         902-863-3420

ngr                 September 29, 1997               12:35 pm