The Route 71 bridge over the Shark River (front), between Belmar (left) and Avon-By-The- Sea, is shown Friday, March 8, 2024.© Thomas P. Costello ...

The 92-year-old bridge has been closed for months after experiencing mechanical failure, preventing it from opening and blocking boat traffic. The bridge has been left in the open position this ...

Emergency repairs on the Route 71 drawbridge that connects Belmar to Avon-by-the-Sea have forced the shutdown of the busy thoroughfare, and officials can’t give an estimate as to when it will ...