Bridge Build - Wildcat WMA - Splitrock Loop South

[trailhead]

Be aware that the bridge on the Splitrock Loop South (Dark Blue) is not structurally sound and should not be ridden across.
To clarify, this bridge is located at the intersection with Righter Mine ( Green). It was installed several years ago by members of the NYNJTC and used fallen tree trunks located on site as the main structural members. The main supports have now deteriorated and begun to fail. A portion of the bridge has already collapsed.

The NYNJTC has asked for our assistance (JORBA) in replacement of the bridge, and so we are looking for those who would be willing to help out.
Please contact me though normal channels or "wildcat at jorba dot org" to sign up.

 

[icebiker]

Sign me up Norm. I’ll help with this. Just let me know when.

 

[A Potted Plant]

When are you looking to do this was going to wc thanks giving morning but will skip the ride to fix this

 

[JimN]

In.

 

[notcho]

Depends on timing but if I’m free, I’m in.

 

[xc62701]

Depends on timing but if I’m free, I’m in.

Same here keep me posted on info.

 

[A Potted Plant]

@trailhead are there any plans yet?

 

[trailhead]

This is going to take awhile. I'm waiting for word from the TC that they got the permit which is needed due to it crossing a recognize stream. Also, I need to finish the wider bridge at the bottom of new way down first. That I could use help with now....I'll start another thread for that.

 

[trailhead]

Well it looks like this is back on the "to do" list. There is a permit, and the NYNJTC and DEP would like JORBA to replace the bridge.

This is a good opportunity for us and I'll need help to complete the project. Hope some of you can contribute.

First stage will be to get lumber from the drop off by the dam to the bridge site. Lots of carrying.

 

[JimN]

This is a good opportunity for us and I'll need help to complete the project. Hope some of you can contribute.

Awesome! In.

 

[gmb3]

IN! (if family/work schedule allows)

 

[shrpshtr325]

IN! (if family/work schedule allows)

This!

 

[Patrick]

In. Well, i can probably go during the day and lug crap in. except for those girders 6x6x16 oofa!

 

[dmkalemba]

Any chance to get dirty with Jorba, i'm in

 

[Kaleidopete]

I don't know the trails, but any chance something like this would work?

 

[mtn]

I don't know the trails, but any chance something like this would work?
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Albeit expensive, I think the proper solution would be a wheel that is meant for a stokes basket.

 

[roc]

I don't know the trails, but any chance something like this would work?
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I’ll throw in $50. It’s the least I can do.

 

[Kaleidopete]

actually you could drill a hole through the 6x6 and put an axle through and put wheels on it.
The bigger the wheels the better. 🤪

 

[Patrick]

Probably do 4 people per with a pair of slings?
should weigh in around 225 lbs. according to this chart

I have a bunch of 12" galv carriage bolts to donate.

 

[dmkalemba]

Come in guys...Just drop them in the river up by the dam and let them float down