(Hesston, IN) - A major road project could benefit a local tourist attraction.

The entire stretch of 1000 North is going to be milled up and repaved later this year.

The millings could go to Hesston Steam Museum for building a road in and out of the

facility.

 

La Porte County Highway Department superintendent Bob Young says most of the millings

are going to be stockpiled there and ready for use at the museum if approved by the LaPorte County Commissioners.

 

Ted Rita, owner of Hesston Steam Museum, says more people come there nowadays and a new access road would help get vehicles turning into the property off 1000 North quicker to eliminate back-ups and risk for accidents.

The commissioners are expected to take a vote on the request at its next meeting in early March.