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infrastructure1 year ago

"America's Crumbling Bridges: Neglect, Collapses, and Economic Impact"

Many bridges in the US are in poor condition, with thousands awaiting repairs or replacement due to funding challenges. The recent closure of the Fishing Wars Memorial Bridge in Tacoma and the I-195 bridge in Rhode Island highlight the nationwide issue of neglected infrastructure. While the federal infrastructure law has allocated $40 billion to bridge projects, it's only a fraction of the estimated $319 billion needed for repairs. The economic impact of bridge closures is significant, affecting businesses and commuters, and there are concerns about the long-term consequences of reshaped traffic patterns.

via The Associated Press|
#bridge-closures#bridge-maintenance#federal-infrastructure-law
politics1 year ago

"Rhode Island Officials Seek Federal Action on Washington Bridge Investigation Amid Fraud Probe"

Rep. Seth Magaziner and Sen. Jack Reed have commented on the Justice Department's request for documents on the Washington bridge closure, stating that an independent review is appropriate to determine how the bridge deteriorated and who should be held accountable. The Rhode Island Congressional Delegation has reached out to the federal government to encourage an investigation, while Sen. Reed is working to secure aid from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill for bridge reconstruction. The state has until the end of February to provide the requested documents, coinciding with the Rhode Island Department of Transportation's decision on repair plans.

via WLNE-TV (ABC6)|
#bridge-maintenance#congressional-delegation#federal-investigation
infrastructure2 years ago

"Bridge Closure Sparks Commuter Nightmare: Should the Problem Have Been Detected Sooner?"

The sudden closure of the westbound side of the Washington Bridge in Providence has raised questions about whether the problem could have been detected earlier. Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee and RIDOT Director Peter Alviti claim that the bridge monitoring program caught the issue before a catastrophic event occurred. The problem involves a snapped steel pin that holds a beam in place. While inspections were conducted in July and found no reason to close the bridge, new discoveries were made last week. Alviti defends RIDOT's attention to the bridge's maintenance and states that the state's bridges are being continuously monitored and repaired, with over 300 bridges fixed in the past eight years. The emergency repair cost for the Washington Bridge is yet to be determined.

via Turn to 10|
#bridge-closure#bridge-maintenance#bridge-monitoring-program