PennDOT Publishes Revised Study for Skinners Falls Bridge Project in Wayne County

Dunmore, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Engineering District 4−0 has announced the publication of the revised Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) report for the Skinners Falls Bridge project on State Route 1002, Section 651, spanning the Delaware River in Damascus Township, Wayne County.

The updated PEL report outlines potential planning and environmental considerations for the bridge project, which aims to ensure safety, functionality, and long-term sustainability for this key Delaware River crossing.

A 30-day public comment period will begin September 9, 2025, and run through October 9, 2025. Residents and stakeholders can submit feedback via email at skinnersfallsbridge@aecom.com, or by mail to:

Amy Lolli
PennDOT Assistant Liaison Engineer
Department of Transportation, District Office 4−0
55 Keystone Industrial Park
Dunmore, PA 18512

Hardcopies of the PEL report and printed comment forms are available at the following locations:

Online: Skinners Falls Bridge Project | PennDOT

Wayne County Library (Honesdale): 1406 North Main Street, Honesdale, PA 18431

Western Sullivan Public Library – Tusten-Cochecton Branch: 198 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764

Damascus Township: 60 Conklin Rill Road, Damascus, PA 18415

Town of Tusten: 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764

PennDOT staff and project consultants will also host a virtual public meeting to present the report, answer questions, and gather public input.

Virtual Public Meeting Details:

Date: September 25, 2025

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Link: bit.ly/SkinnersPEL

Officials encourage residents and stakeholders to participate and provide feedback during the comment period or at the virtual meeting to help guide the project’s next steps.