Summary
The rail trail resurfacing won't start until 2027 because the culvert near Gidley is undersized — and the DOT insists any replacement bridge be strong enough to carry a 30-ton train, even though a train likely isn't coming.
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Last discussed Aug 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Not yet determined; a train-rated bridge is expected to be costly.
Future trail users once the surface is improved.
The Gidley/Ericadam Realty property faces flooding risk from the undersized culvert.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Conservation Commission - Aug 5, 2026
The rail trail resurfacing won't start until 2027 because the culvert near Gidley is undersized — and the DOT insists any replacement bridge be strong enough to carry a 30-ton train, even though a train likely isn't coming.
Town Council - Aug 3, 2026
The town presented the design to close the one-mile Rail Trail gap, mostly funded by an 80/20 federal/Tuscan split. A property owner pressed for replacement of an undersized culvert under the rail bed before paving, warning it will flood and force the trail to be dug up later.
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