Center Village Bridge

An abandoned Broome County bridge that hasn't been used for decades may finally be removed this year - but only if proper steps are taken to protect Susquehanna River mussels.

A bunch of mussels are preventing Broome County from removing a rusting Susquehanna River bridge that closed 35 years ago.

Broome County officials want to remove a rusting bridge that's been closed for decades but they are still awaiting for approval from state environmental officials.

Broome County's plan to remove an abandoned bridge is on hold because of concerns over an endangered species of mussels in the Susquehanna River.

Plans to tear down one of the oldest existing bridges in Broome County are on hold due to mussels in the water near the span.

A 133-year-old Susquehanna River bridge won't be restored. Instead, it's expected to be removed by Broome County.