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transportation1 year ago

"Understanding the Sherman Minton Bridge Closure: Engineers Explain"

Engineers from the Indiana Department of Transportation and Kentucky Transportation Cabinet have closed the Sherman Minton Bridge after discovering misaligned lateral beams during the removal of temporary bracing. Detailed inspections are underway to assess any issues and determine necessary repairs, with a timeline for reopening the bridge to be determined. In the meantime, drivers are advised to use alternate routes and designated detours, with ongoing work to finalize inspection reports and develop repair designs.

via WLKY Louisville|
#closure#engineers#inspections
transportation2 years ago

Sherman Minton Bridge partially reopens for Monday morning traffic

Two eastbound lanes and one westbound lane of the Sherman Minton Bridge in Louisville, Kentucky, have reopened for Monday morning rush hour traffic after necessary repairs and final inspections were completed. The lower deck will carry two lanes eastbound and one lane westbound, while the top deck remains closed until permanent repairs are finished. The I-264 ramp to westbound I-64 will also be opened.

via WDRB|
#reopening#repairs#rush-hour
transportation2 years ago

Sherman Minton Bridge Faces Unexpected Closure

The Sherman Minton Bridge in Kentucky has been completely closed in both directions due to a component of the bridge deck needing immediate repair. The closure will remain in effect until the repair is made, with no timeline provided. Temporary repairs will be made to reopen the lower deck, while the upper deck's reopening is still uncertain. Drivers are advised to take alternate routes, and regional traffic signs will be posted to notify drivers of the closure and alternate route.

via WLKY Louisville|
#alternate-route#closure#repair
transportation2 years ago

"Latest Developments on the I-64 Bridge"

Engineers are analyzing repair plans for the Kentucky approach to the Sherman Minton Bridge in order to reopen two-way traffic on Interstate 64. The bridge was closed due to necessary repairs to a bearing and pier supporting the upper deck, which were not previously visible. Temporary repairs will be made to reopen the lower deck, while options are being evaluated for repairing the upper deck. No timeline has been set for reopening the upper deck, and motorists are advised to use alternate routes.

via Sherman Minton Renewal|
#bridge-repair#interstate-64#kentucky-transportation-cabinet
transportation2 years ago

"Unexpected Closure: Sherman Minton Bridge Temporarily Off Limits"

The Sherman Minton Bridge in Louisville, Kentucky, has been completely shut down in both directions on both the top and bottom deck due to the immediate repair needed on a component of the bridge deck. The closure will remain in effect until the repair is made, and drivers are advised to take alternate routes and designated detours. The suggested route is I-265 and I-65.

via WDRB|
#alternate-routes#closure#repairs
transportation2 years ago

Sherman Minton Bridge Closed Indefinitely

The Sherman Minton Bridge, which connects Louisville, KY and New Albany, IN, has been closed in both directions due to the immediate need for repair on a component of the bridge deck. The closure will remain in effect until the repair is made. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes, with I-265 and I-65 being suggested as the alternate route. Updates will be provided as they become available.

via Sherman Minton Renewal|
#alternate-routes#closure#repair
transportation2 years ago

Sherman Minton Bridge's Westbound Upper Deck Lane Closed for Repairs

The westbound I-64 lanes of the upper deck on the Sherman Minton Bridge have been closed unexpectedly due to the discovery of repairs needed on the bridge deck during demolition activities. There will be no access from I-64 westbound to the New Albany exit (123) during this lane closure. The eastbound closing of the bridge will continue until 5 a.m. on June 19.

via WLKY Louisville|
#i-64#lane-closure#new-albany-exit
transportation2 years ago

Sherman Minton Bridge undergoes repairs and lane closures.

The westbound lane and New Albany exit of the Sherman Minton Bridge will be closed for repairs after damage was found on the top deck during demolition work. The closure will cause delays and drivers are advised to find alternate routes. The closure is part of the ongoing Sherman Minton Renewal Project, which aims to rehabilitate the 60-year-old bridge and give it up to 30 more years of life. Most major work is expected to be completed by early next year.

via WDRB|
#detour#lane-closure#repairs