Project Status
Step 2 of 4
Design
Next Step: Construction
Public Outreach
Virtual Plans Display
The virtual plans display will be available online from November 19, 2025 through December 3, 2025.
Public Comment Period
The public comment period, where the community is encouraged to respond with questions and concerns will be from November 19, 2025 through December 3, 2025.
Project Overview
County: Fayette
Municipality: Springhill Township
Local Name: Nilan Road
Project Type: Trail and Bike/Pedestrian Bridge
MPMS Number: 122384
Proposed Construction Start: Fall 2026
Proposed Construction End: Fall 2027
Last Updated: 11/19/2025
The Sheepskin Trail Nilan Bridge Project includes the construction of a 2,100 foot long and 10 foot wide hiking/biking trail between the existing Sheepskin Trail sections along Nilan Road in Springhill Township, Fayette County. The typical section is a 10 foot wide trail with 2 foot wide berms on each side of the trail. The project will require the construction of a bridge over Nilan Rd. Trail construction will include trail surfacing and drainage improvements.
Contact Information
Clayton Vanverth, P.E.
Project Manager
724-323-8020
clayton.vanverth@gibson-thomas.com
Melissa Maczko
Media Contact
724-439-7135
mmaczko@pa.gov
Accessibility
The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. If you need translation or interpretation services, have special needs, or have concerns that require individual attention, please contact the Project Manager listed above.
Title VI
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