News Nearby: Gap Between Montour Trail and Clifton Road to Be Bridged

The J.R. Taylor Memorial Bridge will be raised into place Wednesday, by Century Steel Erectors, to permit the Montour Trail to cross Clifton Road. A monumental day it will be for many.

The volunteer effort has included 21 hours of labor in the past week, according to a release. A 500-ton crane will be used to raise the structure and place it on two new abutments that have been constructed on each side of Clifton Road. 

Once the bridge is in place, construction of the deck and railing will be completed. A final opening date is projected for September. 

Stay tuned to Upper St. Clair Patch Thursday for details following the bridge-raising.