Delaware County wants to connect Upper Darby and Lansdowne with an elevated boardwalk. The project would see the extension of the Darby Creek Trail from where it currently ends near Kent Dog Park in Upper Darby through a 0.4-mile elevated boardwalk network that would connect with Scottsdale Road. “This project represents a significant step forward in connecting our communities and providing safe, scenic and environmentally conscious recreational opportunities,” County Councilwoman Elain Paul Schaefer said. Construction isn’t expected to start for another two years. The trail will bridge wetlands and the creek using piers and will be constructed above a commercial parking lot, ensuring minimal environmental impact while preserving vital community infrastructure. County council approved a contract with consulting firm NV5 not to exceed $700,000 for the engineering portion of the Darby Creek Elevated Trail Project.
Source: Daily Times; 2/6/2025