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DEC Announces Temporary Closure of Access Road to
Frank E. Jadwin Memorial State Forest Following Recent Flooding
Published: August 16, 2024
at 01:45 p.m.
By: Press Release from NYS DEC
DEC Announces Temporary Closure of Access Road to
Frank E. Jadwin Memorial State Forest Following Recent Flooding
Access Road to Independence River Wild Forest Remains
Closed Due to Ongoing Construction
The New York
State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the
temporary closure of a portion of the Judy Cole Road in the town of
Diana, Lewis County, that serves as an access road on Frank E. Jadwin Memorial State Forest. The road is
open for the first 1.5 miles; visitors can park in the area before the
washout and access the remaining section for non-motorized uses. This
closure is necessary to accommodate repairs following recent flood events.
Construction is anticipated to be complete this fall.
DEC reminds the
public Smith Road in the town of Watson, Lewis County, which provides
access to Panther Pond on the Independence River Wild Forest, remains closed during
ongoing construction to rebuild the washed-out roadway.
DEC continues to
evaluate storm impacts that could affect public safety and is assessing
roads and State facilities in the region with flood or other damage.
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