Greer Tunnel on Montour Trail closed for work
Observer-Reporter
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Greer Tunnel on Montour Trail closed for work
The Greer Tunnel on the Montour Trail is closed until early to mid-April to complete renovation projects. The third and final phase is the stabilization of the western portal of the structure.
The tunnel is near Chartiers Creek in Peters Township at mile marker 28.5 on the multi-use trail.
It was closed twice in 2023, primarily to construct a new steel liner in the eastern section of the tunnel’s ceiling and walls.
The 235-foot-long tunnel was built by the Montour Railroad Co. in 1913 and connects the sections of the trail that run through Peters and Cecil townships.
Funding for the rehabilitation of the Greer Tunnel was awarded to the Montour Trail Council in the form of a grant from the Redevelopment Authority of Washington County. These funds, however, cover only a portion of the total cost, which are in excess of $1 million, according to the trail council.
The structural deficiency now under repair was an unanticipated expense that will have to be absorbed by the trail council.
As a result, the “Clear the Greer” fundraising appeal remains ongoing.
Donors can contribute at montourtrail.org/greer-tunnel-2 or by using a QR code on
signs at many of the trailheads.
The trail council is committed to providing trail users safe access through the tunnel as soon as possible.
“We very much appreciate the patience of our trail users as we undertake the final phase to rehabilitate this 111-year-old structure,” said Julian Wolfe, MTC president.
“Repeating earlier advisories, there are no suitable alternate routes and local roads are narrow, carry significant traffic and have poor sightlines. We encourage users to explore other sections of the trail.”