The Upper Allen Township Comprehensive Plan, published in December 2013, is a 155-page document totaling 52,276 words. In that document, the word “Bishop” appears six times and is tied to only a small number of references about Bishop Bridge.

The first reference appears in the index, which directs readers to page 3-4. On page 3-4, Bishop Bridge is described as being located on Bishop Road and built around 1900, and the plan states that it is on the National Register of Historic Places. That description appears to be inaccurate, as Bishop Bridge was not listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The next reference appears on page 5-10, where the plan discusses the bridge’s 10-ton weight limit and notes that four residents on Bishop Road are affected because the Fire Department cannot adequately serve that part of the Township due to the bridge restriction. This section points to public safety and emergency access concerns and suggests either upgrading the bridge or purchasing a minipumper to address the issue.

The final reference appears on page 9-2, where the plan suggests that upgrades to Bishop Bridge should take place in the 2014–2015 timeframe.

Taken together, the plan’s references to Bishop Bridge are limited and focus mainly on an inaccurate historical designation, bridge weight restrictions, emergency access, and recommended upgrades. The overall discussion is centered on infrastructure and service concerns rather than support for a major long-term restoration project.