*Tacony-Palmyra Bridge Vertical Clearance Reduction*

Mariners are advised that Burlington County Bridge Commission will be performing repairs on the SR 73 (Tacony-Palmyra) Bridge, at mile 107.2 over the Delaware River, between Tacony PA, and Palmyra, NJ, from May 20, 2024, through September 23, 2024. To facilitate repairs to the bottom of the lower chord (steel members) on the bascule leaves, a platform will be located on and around the vicinity of the bridge for the entirety of the maintenance period. The platform will reduce the vertical clearance of the bridge by approximately 2 feet to approximately 48 feet above mean high water. Vessels able to pass through the bridge in closed position may do so at any time. The drawbridge will operate in accordance with the operating regulations set out in Title 33 Code of Federal Regulations Part 117.716. All mariners should use caution when transiting the area. The drawbridge tender may be reached VHF-FM channel 13 and (609) 922-2843. Mariners should use caution while navigating in the vicinity of the bridge.

If you have questions, please contact Sector Delaware Bay Waterways Management at 215-271-4814.

This notice is included in the U.S. Coast Guard District 5 Local Notice to Mariners.