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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) — The National Park Service is accepting public comments on a proposed road repair project on the east side of Yellowstone National Park.
The Park Service is planning to reconstruct a segment of the East Entrance Road from Fishing Bridge to Indian Pond. The project also would involve reconstructing associated parking areas and turnouts, and Pelican Creek Bridge. In addition, Fishing Bridge will also be considered for rehabilitation or replacement.
The Park Service says the current roadway has deteriorated under a substantial increase in vehicle use since the 1980's. The road also includes areas that do not meet modern engineering safety standards.
Pelican Creek Bridge and Fishing Bridge are both beyond their design life and are in need of replacement or rehabilitation.
Public comments must be received by March 15.
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