REPAIRS TO THE TOWPATH IN FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP TO BEGIN

MARCH 23, 2022

BE ADVISED: 
Work crews will be mobilizing at the Five Mile Lock parking area and resurfacing the path in Franklin Township (Somerset County) adjacent to Easton Avenue between Landing Lane and the Five Mile Lock Parking Area. Park visitors may encounter flag crews to safely direct them down the path. We ask for your patience while this much anticipated project is underway. For everyone's safety we ask our park patrons to be cooperative and mindful of the contractor's instructions. PLEASE NOTE that the Landing Lane Spillway will soon be under repair/restoration and visitors CANNOT access the Landing Lane Bridge from the trail.

UPDATE: MAY 10, 2022

BE ADVISED: 
Work has been completed between Landing Lane and Chapel Drive in Zarephath. Work will continue south of Chapel Drive towards Griggstown beginning the week of May 23rd. Please be patient and respectful of the contractors directions. Thank you for your continued patience as the park continues to recover from Tropical Storm Ida damage.

UPDATE: JULY 7, 2022

BE ADVISED: 
We are pleased to report that the towpath restoration/resurfacing has been completed from Landing Lane to Blackwells Mills. Work is now progressing south of Blackwells Mills towards Rocky Hill at Route 518. Please be patient and respectful of the contractors directions when encountering the work crews. Your continued patience with this storm recovery effort is much appreciated.