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A section of railroad linking Camp Lejeune and Cherry Point soon to be replaced

PRE News & Ideas | By Jared Brumbaugh

Published October 5, 2021 at 3:04 PM EDT

A project to replace the White Oak River railroad trestle bridge in Stella will begin Oct. 8, 2021. The bridge is part of the 34-mile rail line that moves heavy military freight between Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. The replacement project also includes building a temporary work platform to aid in demolition and installation activities. Pile driving operations for the platform and new bridge will occur Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Members of the community may experience noise and vibrations during the project. Due to its age and damage caused by Hurricane Florence, the trestle bridge requires a complete replacement. The work should be finished in February 2023.

Jared Brumbaugh

Jared Brumbaugh is the Assistant General Manager for Public Radio East. An Eastern North Carolina native, Jared began his professional public radio career at Public Radio East while he was a student at Craven Community College earning his degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. During his 15+ years at Public Radio East, he has served as an award-winning journalist, producer, and on-air host. When not at the station, Jared enjoys hiking, traveling, and honing his culinary skills.

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