Officials Seek Input On Bedford's Route 101 Construction Plans

BEDFORD, NH — The state transportation officials are seeking input from Bedford residents about planned construction on Route 101. New Hampshire Department of Transportation will hold an informational meeting this Thursday about the proposal to rehabilitate or replace the bridge that carries Route 101 over the Pulpit Brook. Improvements are also planned at the intersection of Twin Brook Lane and Route 101.

During the meeting, transportation officials will present information on the proposed project and get public input on the plans. This will help ensure that decisions pertaining to the project meet the public's transportation needs and community goals, while also protecting and enhancing the environment, DOT officials have said.

The Route 101 Bridge going over Pulpit Brook is one of the bridges that is "red-listed" in New Hampshire, meaning the structure is in poor condition. The bridge was constructed in 1951, according to transportation documents.

The meeting will take place at the Bedford town meeting room at 10 Meetinghouse Lane. An open house will take place at 6:30 p.m. and a formal meeting with a presentation will begin at 7 p.m. For more information about the proposed project, call the DOT at 603-271-2171.