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Lake Forest officials favor keeping Lakewood Vine bridge design and move toward 2026 construction
Summary
City staff updated the Lake Forest City Council on the aging Lakewood Vine bridge, new state grant funding and two construction options. Staff recommended proceeding with the existing precast spandrel-arch design for a 2026 build; council members signaled consensus but took no formal vote.
City staff told the Lake Forest City Council on June 16 that the 100‑year‑old Lakewood Vine bridge needs full replacement, new state grant funding has reduced the city's share and staff recommends proceeding with the current precast spandrel‑arch design to allow construction to begin in 2026.
The recommendation matters because the bridge is on an annual inspection cycle and engineers told staff the structure’s condition is worsening; another year with a new distress could force load restrictions, temporary shoring or closure. The city has secured additional state funds that raise total available grant assistance to $3,680,000, lowering the local share and making the 2026 schedule feasible if the council directs staff to proceed.
Public Works/engineering staff…
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