Twardzik, Argall Announce Over $1 Million for Schuylkill River Trail Expansion

May 14, 2026

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) are pleased to announce $1.38 million in federal Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside funding for Schuylkill County to support continued expansion of the Schuylkill River Trail near the Mill Creek section in the St. Clair and Frackville area.

The project includes construction of a trail bridge, a trailhead parking area and approximately one-half mile of multiuse, nonmotorized trail north of the historic Mount Carbon Bowstring Truss. The work will help complete gaps from Phase 1 of the Mill Creek section of the Schuylkill River Trail, scheduled for construction this yearyear.

Once completed, the project will enhance the Schuylkill River Trail and improve safe, alternative transportation along the Route 61 corridor.

“Expanding the Schuylkill River Trail is an important investment in both recreation and business opportunities for our communities,” said Twardzik. “It connects Frackville to Philadelphia, linking our anthracite heritage with the future of recreation and tourism. Tourism has grown to be Pennsylvania’s second-largest industry, playing a major role in our economy. Investments like this improve quality of life while supporting tourism and local economic growth tied to Schuylkill County’s outdoor assets.”

“This highly competitive funding can only be utilized for these kinds of trails,” said Argall. “I am pleased to see this project expand the nationally recognized Schuylkill River Trail between St. Clair and Frackville boroughs.”

The Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside program is funded through the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and supports projects that improve bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure and expand safe transportation options.

Eligible sponsors include local governments, transit agencies, school districts and other public entities responsible for transportation or recreational trail oversight.



Representative Tim Twardzik
123rd Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Media Contact: Will Jones
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