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This snowmobile bridge in Bridgton was constructed entirely with hemlock, which is naturally resistant to rot. No chemicals that might leach into the lake from pressure-treated wood. It was made in three sections that are connected with pipe hinges, which allows the bridge to conform to the flow of the land. It also makes it possible to transport it to the site in the bed of a pick up truck. There is an “up ramp” built into each end of the bridge to allow safe access for snowmobiles. It took Steve Brill (trailmaster) and Blaine Chapman (president) five hours to construct the bridge once the plan and materials were on hand. There has been a bridge on this site on Highland Lake for many years. This is the snowmobile trail that comes from ITS 89, which is the longest north south trail in Maine, going from Sanford to Jackman. The old bridge finally died and it had to be brought in by flatbed truck and was very heavy. The new bridge can be brought in the back of a pick up truck, and being three pieces can be carried to the site and assembled in a matter of minutes. It also conforms to the shape of the shore line. The bridge will stay in position until the spring when it will be taken out and stored until the next year. Hats off to these gentlemen and the Bridgton Easy Riders for solving a problem with out-of-the-box thinking! (Submitted photos)
