Staff Report / August 28, 2026
Drivers and visitors planning to travel through Birdseye Hollow State Forest in Steuben County will face temporary travel disruptions starting next month due to a bridge replacement project.
According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Sonora Road Bridge—which spans Mud Creek between Robie Road and Kettle Road—will close on Tuesday, September 8. County crews will demolish the existing structure and construct a replacement bridge over a scheduled nine-week period.
Key details regarding the closure, detour plans, and contact information include:
- Location: Sonora Road Bridge over Mud Creek in Birdseye Hollow State Forest, located between Robie and Kettle roads.
- Closure Dates: Scheduled to begin Tuesday, September 8, lasting approximately nine weeks.
- Detour Information: No on-site detour will be provided; drivers are advised to plan alternative routes in advance.
- Public Contact: Members of the public seeking additional details can contact the DEC’s Bath Suboffice at 607-776-2165.
