A neighbor email Mr. Palmer and this was his response:
Subject: RE: Howell School RD
Now that is the $60,000 dollar question. Due to extensive utility delays, the connection between Lums Pond and SR 896 will not be complete by Christmas. We are working on getting a temporary connection put in place by the beginning of January, but we cannot promise any date.
Please call if you have any questions,
Rich Palmer
(302) 326-4411