BOXFORD – The Town of Boxford is pleased to announce the completion of the Glendale Road culvert replacement project, enhancing resilience and safety on a Parker River tributary crossing. The project, totaling $630,000, was made possible through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act and additional town resources.
The newly constructed culvert replaces an aging stone structure that had partially collapsed, leading to water flow issues and increased flooding risk during heavy storms. The upgraded culvert, designed by engineering firm TEC, meets modern stream-crossing standards, incorporating a natural bottom and an open design to support local wildlife. Construction was completed by R. Bates & Sons.
“Investing in our infrastructure is essential to maintaining Boxford’s resilience,” said Matt Coogan, Boxford Town Administrator. “The new Glendale culvert not only improves safety but also aligns with our commitment to environmental stewardship.”
Chris Olbrot, DPW Superintendent and Town Engineer, emphasized that this project is part of a larger, proactive effort to address critical culverts in need of repair or replacement throughout Boxford. “By upgrading our most vulnerable culverts, we are enhancing infrastructure that will help protect our community during severe weather events and improve overall water management. The new Glendale culvert represents a significant step toward a more resilient Boxford,” he said.
Olbrot also acknowledged the hard work of his DPW team, who took every precaution to minimize impacts on residents due to the necessary detouring of traffic around the construction site. “Our goal was to complete this essential upgrade with as little disruption as possible to the community,” he added. ♦
