The Route 44 Bridge over Mantua Creek between West Deptford and Paulsboro, Gloucester County REOPENED Wednesday, August 12 for marine traffic, resuming normal operations. The United States Coast Guard has been notified.
The bridge had been closed on Friday, August 7 because of excessive heat that caused the expansion of some components on the bridge, prohibiting it from opening to allow marine traffic to pass. Route 44/Crown Point Road was not affected and remained open for vehicles.
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