Commissioners approve consultant contract for Bridge 131; Bridge 141 needs interim repairs

Aug 17, 2026

Board authorized a right-of-way consultant for Bridge 131 with a fiscal-year-2027 completion requirement; staff warned Bridge 141 may need about $100,000 in repairs to remain serviceable until its 2030 replacement.

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County highway staff updated the commissioners on multiple infrastructure items and obtained approval for a right-of-way consulting contract for Bridge 131 (200 South at the county line). Commissioner Gabe Nobbe moved to approve the United/USI consulting contract; Commissioner Brian Wenning seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Staff emphasized the right-of-way work must be completed in fiscal year 2027.

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