The West Shore Historical Society on Tuesday marked the occasion of the lifting of the Sheepford Road Bridge from its abutments where it spans the Yellow Breeches Creek.

Kinsley Construction used a crane to accomplish the feat, which went off without a hitch, according to historical society executive director Janice Lynx.

The bridge will be disassembled, shipped off-site, repaired, painted, and returned to its original location in the spring of 2026, according to the organization.

Kinsley Construction was awarded a $1.73 million contract to rehabilitate the bridge for pedestrian use.

The Sheepford Road Bridge was built by the Phoenix Bridge Company and put in place by Dean & Westbrook in 1887. The 114-foot bridge at 2036 Sheepford Road crosses the Yellow Breeches Creek in Lower Allen a

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