<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=43dMpi_1H61753e00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=43dMpi_1H61753e00" width="1346" height="734" ></figure>A new chapter is taking shape for the Karl Stirner Arts Trail (KSAT) with the installation of a new pedestrian bridge spanning Bushkill Creek, creating expanded opportunities for trail users to explore the natural beauty, public art, and recreational spaces along the creek.The city of Easton has contracted Road-Con, Inc. to construct and install a new 160-foot pedestrian bridge near 1111 Bushkill Drive. The bridge will replace an aging, unusable railroad trestle that has long occupied the site. The new structure will be installed alongside the existing trestle, providing a safe and accessible connection to the north side of Bushkill Creek.The bridge is an important component of the continued development of the Karl Stirner Arts Trail and its expansion into the former Easton Metal property, now part of The Foundry development. As this area evolves, the new crossing will help connect previously inaccessible sections of the creek’s north bank to the existing trail network.“This bridge represents an exciting opportunity for the future of the Karl Stirner Arts Trail,” says Jim Toia, Executive Director of KSAT. “It will allow visitors to explore more of the creek corridor, experience new spaces, and enjoy a more connected trail system.”Once completed, the bridge will help establish a loop connecting the north side of Bushkill Creek with Bushkill Drive and the existing trail, ultimately reconnecting with the Dick McAteer Memorial Bridge (aka “Blue Bridge”). The expanded trail network will offer visitors additional opportunities for walking, exploring, and experiencing the area’s natural surroundings.Beyond improved connectivity, the expansion creates exciting possibilities for the future of the arts trail. Plans for the newly accessible property include additional public artwork, seating areas, and the potential for an outdoor pavilion. Such a space could serve as a gathering place for visitors, outdoor educational activities, and community meetings, further strengthening the trail’s role as a destination for both arts and recreation.There is also the potential for the Karl Stirner Arts Trail to occupy a small visitor center space within The Foundry, which could provide office and storage space, visitor information, meeting space, and an area for periodic exhibitions. While this possibility remains under discussion and has not been finalized, it represents another opportunity to expand the trail’s presence and programming.Bridge Installation and Traffic ImpactsThe bridge installation is tentatively scheduled for Monday, November 16, with the setting of the structure anticipated during the morning hours, approximately 9–11 a.m. The operation is expected to be an interesting milestone for the project, as the 160-foot structure is positioned over Bushkill Creek.To accommodate the installation, Bushkill Drive will be closed to through-traffic between North 13th Street and Detrich Road beginning Monday, November 16, at 3 p.m., through Tuesday, November 17, at 4 p.m. The schedule is subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.The new bridge marks an important step forward in the continued growth of the Karl Stirner Arts Trail, bringing together art, nature, recreation, and community while opening the door to new experiences along one of Easton’s distinctive outdoor destinations.</div></body>

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A new chapter is taking shape for the Karl Stirner Arts Trail (KSAT) with the installation of a new pedestrian bridge spanning Bushkill Creek, creating expanded opportunities for trail users to explore the natural beauty, public art, and recreational spaces along the creek. The city of Easton has contracted Road-Con,...

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A new chapter is taking shape for the Karl Stirner Arts Trail (KSAT) with the installation of a new pedestrian bridge spanning Bushkill Creek, creating exp

New Pedestrian Bridge Will Expand Access to Trail

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