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A crash near the I-74 Bridge in Bettendorf, Iowa, north of Middle Road, has caused a heavy traffic backup, with fire trucks attending the scene. Further information is being sought from the police.
The Iowa Department of Transportation used controlled explosives to remove the remaining parts of the old I-74 bridge over the Mississippi River, temporarily closing certain areas including the new bridge. The demolition was done in two phases, with the first phase completed in June. The new bridge, built to accommodate increased traffic volume, was opened in December 2021 and cost approximately $1 billion.
Half of the historic I-74 bridge in Bettendorf, Iowa was demolished using controlled explosives, with over a thousand spectators in attendance. The new I-74 bridge was temporarily closed for safety during the demolition process. The old I-74 bridge was officially out of service as of December 3, 2021, and no official date has been released regarding the demolition of the remaining parts of the bridge.
The two eastbound towers of the old I-74 bridge over the Mississippi River were demolished on Sunday morning, attracting hundreds of spectators who gathered along the Iowa shoreline to witness the event. The crash of the towers and suspension cables created a huge splash, sending water a few feet into the air. The demolition company will remove more of the decking and steel before loading explosives onto the Iowa-bound span, which is expected to be blown up in several weeks.
Parts of the old I-74 bridge over the Mississippi River were removed with controlled explosives on Sunday, with the process set to be completed by 2024. The new $1 billion project includes two new river bridges and reconstructed 5.5 miles of I-74 to accommodate current and future traffic volumes. The old bridge, which opened in 1935 and 1960, was overcapacity and frequently needed repairs.
The Illinois side of the I-74 bridge over the Mississippi River, which has been out of use for several years, is set to be demolished using controlled explosives. The demolition is one of the final stages of the removal process, and pieces from the bridge will be recycled or donated to a local museum. The main navigation channel of the river will be closed for 24 hours, and surrounding areas will be closed for 72 to give time for cleanup.