CONWAY — Residents say the Saco River Covered Bridge is being overrun by vehicles that exceed the bridge's weight limit and asked selectmen whether cameras can be installed at the bridge that connects Washington Street to East Side Road.
Earlier this month, Julia Bufford of East Side Road emailed Selectman Ryan Shepard about her concerns. She spoke to selectmen Tuesday, as did some of her neighbors.Â
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Let’s be pro active and protect your bridge from cars and trucks that could destroy this bridge. I have driven across this bridge many times over the years . Your bridge is priceless and should be protected by you at any cost. Don’t wait until it is damaged beyond repair.
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