[IndianaTrails] U.S. 41 bridge reconstruction?

[Robert J. Matter]

What is the status of the U.S. 41 bridge reconstruction project over the 
Little Calumet River in Highland, Indiana (Lake County)?

This issue is of utmost importance as the two halves of the Erie 
Lackawanna Trail remain unconnected pending the progress of this 
project. Intrepid cyclists and pedestrians who wish to continue on the 
trail are forced to ride/walk amongst heavy, 50mph motorized traffic to 
get to the other half of the trail.

This month marks the 9th anniversary of my return to cycling for its 
health, environmental, and economic benefits and also the 9th 
anniversary of not being able to traverse the Erie Lackawanna Trail 
safely from end to end because of the lack of progress on this bridge.

Certainly something can be done in the interim, even a temporary 
pedestrian bridge to cross the river and a short amount of paving 
(approx. 1/4 mile) on each side to complete the connection with the 
existing trail halves.

Sincerely,

Robert J. Matter
2432 Martha St. Apt. 4
Hammond, IN 46323
rjmatter at prodigy.net