FENWICK ISLAND – The Delaware Department of Transportation is seeking input regarding the replacement of the Route 54 bridge.
On Aug. 15, the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) presented the public with design options for the Route 54 bridge. With construction slated to begin in October 2024, officials are seeking the public’s input regarding lighting, sidewalk materials and other aesthetic features.
“DelDOT is seeking feedback from the public on these options, and they will be accepting that through Sept. 14,” Jonathan Eberle, project manager, said in an online presentation.
On Aug. 15, DelDOT held its second public workshop to discuss construction sequencing, scheduling and proposed aesthetics for the replacement of the Route 54 bridge. Held at the Roxana Fire Hall, the presentation not only included a timeline for the proposed project, but several design options that could potentially incorporate nautical- or contemporary-themed lighting across the new span.
“It should be noted that very close attention is being paid to the amount of light that is used,” said Senior Architect Bradley Touchstone. “Very little amount of light can go a very long way in this environment, and we want to avoid projecting large amounts of light into the sky and be sympathetic for dark sky requirements for the project.”