WHO:

State Highway Administration (SHA) representatives Community organizations, businesses and residents
   
WHAT: 

SHA will hold a public information meeting regarding the upcoming project to repair the MD 33 (Saint Michaels Road) Bridge over Oak Creek in Cecil County. The meeting will acquaint the public with the project and provide a platform for discussion. Display areas will be set up explaining the proposed work. SHA representatives will be available to answer questions and discuss project issues, timeline and detour information. No formal presentation will be given. Citizens may arrive at any time and walk through at their own pace.

WHEN: 

Tuesday, September 15, 2009 between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
(Arrive at any time. There is no formal presentation.)

WHERE:  

St. Michaels Middle/High School Cafeteria 200 Seymour Ave., St. Michaels, MD 21663
  
WHY: 

On average, the MD 33 Bridge carries more than 12,000 vehicles per day across Oak Creek and through the town of Newcomb. The bridge, originally constructed in 1965, though structurally safe, is showing signs of deterioration. To improve the quality of the structure, SHA will replace several concrete slabs comprising the span over the boating channel. This work is part of SHA’s bridge preservation and replacement program aimed at maintaining the integrity and safety of state structures. Construction is scheduled to begin winter (2009-2010), and is estimated to be complete within 10 weeks.

FOR
MORE
INFO: 

Those who would like more information or need special accommodations for this meeting, please contact Mr. Jeff Robert, Project Manager, toll-free at 1-888-375-1084 or by email at JRobert@sha.state.md.us. The Maryland Relay Service can assist teletype users at 7-1-1.
 
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