Residents being reminded of Fifth Street Bridge closure

Residents in Chatham are being reminded that the Fifth Street Bridge is closed to all types of traffic.

The reminder follows reports that some bikers and walkers have moved barricades to cross the bridge, which closed July 4 for a complete reconstruction.

“Pedestrians have been witnessed crossing the bridge by removing barricades and fencing to do so. There have also been damages to materials and equipment on the site,” said the engineering and transportation department in a news release. “In the interest of safety, we ask that the public refrain from entering the site.”

Officials say any damage to both equipment and materials, or injury resulting from trespassing may have unforeseen impacts on construction schedule.

The bridge is scheduled to reopen in December.