Dirt & Gravel Road Improvement
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The Dirt & Gravel Roads program helps cost share road improvements by local municipal governments statewide. This program is through the Center for Dirt & Gravel Road Studies (at University Park, PA), the PA State Conservation Commission and local conservation districts.
Snyder County is no exception. The Snyder County Conservation District has allocated at least $291,000 to municipalities since 2000. Municipalities that have received funds include: Chapman Township, Center Township, Washington Township and West Beaver Township. Almost four miles of roads have been improved.
While municipalities and drivers appreciate the improved roads, the local water quality is improved by reducing or eliminating road sediment from reaching nearby streams. |
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In order for a municipal government become eligible (or to remain eligible) for funds under this program, at least one municipal leader (such as a township supervisor) must attend a 2-day "Environmentally Sensitive Maintenance (ESM) of Dirt and Gravel Roads" course through the Center for Dirt & Gravel Road Studies. This must be done before an application can be accepted by the Conservation District.
As of this time, these Snyder County townships have had at least one representative attend the above mentioned 2-day course: Adams, Beaver, Center, Chapman, Franklin, Jackson, Perry, Spring, Washington and West Beaver.
Contact Craig Bingman, District Manager, for more information about the 2-day course, application process or roads that may be eligible under this program. His phone number is 570-837-3000, x114. |
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Snyder County Conservation District
sccd@ptd.net
10541 Route 522
Middleburg, PA 17842
Phone: (570) 837-3000
Fax: (570) 837-7300
Hours: Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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