New Restrictions in Place on Moser Road Bridge in Thurmont
New restrictions will go into effect on the Moser Road Bridge in Thurmont on Friday June 5. These restrictions are being implemented pursuant to recommendations identified in a recent bridge inspection. Weight limits will be decreased from 25,000 pounds to 12,000 pounds for a single unit and from 46,000 pounds to 21,000 pounds for a combination unit. In addition, the travel lane of the bridge will be narrowed to a single lane only. A stop sign will be in place on the west side of the bridge, immediately past the Thurmont Regional Library. A yield sign will remain in place on the east side of the bridge.
The Town of Thurmont is in the process of securing bids to replace the bridge. Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird stated “We concur with the recommended restrictions and are currently working on requests for proposals to have the bridge replaced as soon as possible”.
Questions regarding this Press Release can be addressed to Chief Administrative Officer Jim Humerick at [email protected] or (301)-271-7313, ext. 204.
