Bridge may need to be 'completely replaced' after emergency closure

Bridge may need to be 'completely replaced' after emergency closure

A WELL used footbridge may need to be “completely replaced” after an emergency closure.

Local officials seek financial assistance, transportation methods amid bridge closure

AVON-BY-THE-SEA/BELMAR  — Amid the Route 71/Main Street bridge closure, Avon-By-The-Sea officials have met with state Assembly and Senate offices and representatives from the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) who said their team has been investigating the cause of the malfunction and the necessary steps to have it repaired on an “emergency basis.” Legislative representatives from the district are working to obtain financial assista…