Press release
Genesee County, NY— over the upcoming months, the Genesee County Highway Department will
undertake multiple projects across the county that will temporarily impact local travel routes.
Fargo Road Bridge:
A bridge replacement project will begin on April 18th, 2024, in Bethany, to upgrade the current bridge on
Fargo Road over Black Creek near Route 63 and Little Canada Extension. The bridge will be closed during
construction, with a designated detour in place. Construction is expected to continue until the end of
August.
Oak Orchard Road Bridge:
The Oak Orchard Road Bridge over Oak Orchard Creek in Elba will be closed starting April 15th, 2024, for
a superstructure replacement. The bridge will be closed during construction, with a designated detour in
place. Once completed, the bridge will reopen for full legal loads. Construction is expected to continue
until approximately June 1st, 2024.
Junction Road Bridge:
UPDATE:The Junction Road Bridge repair has been temporarily postponed due to equipment and weight capacity considerations. The Genesee County Highway Department is reassessing the project to ensure a smooth repair process. Updates will be shared when available. Currently, the Junction Road Bridge is open to all traffic.
Junction Road between Covell Rd and Hartwell Rd in Pavilion will be closed to all traffic during working
hours (typically 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.), Monday through Friday, starting on Monday, April 15th, 2024, for a
bridge repair. The project is expected to be completed by the end of April depending on the weather.
Perry Road Paved Shoulders Installation:
Perry Road in Pavilion will undergo shoulder paving starting April 15, 2024. The road will be closed during
work hours (usually 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.), Monday to Friday, but local residents and emergency vehicles will
have access. Work zones will change daily, starting between Route 19 and Route 20. This project extends
from Route 19 in the north to Route 63 in the south and is expected to finish, weather permitting, by the
end of April.
Residents and commuters are advised to plan alternate routes and expect temporary inconveniences
during these construction periods.