Commissioners report ongoing road damage and an obstructed bridge; officials warn of possible closures
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Summary
Commissioners reported repeated storm damage to county roads and a bridge near Prescott Creek that has been obstructed by material behind a privately installed fence; crews will work to clear material but closure is possible if hazards persist.
Mills County commissioners discussed widespread storm damage to county roads and an urgent hazard at a bridge on Prescott Creek where debris is accumulating behind a privately installed fence.
Road and precinct reports described repeated heavy rains that have washed away newly added road material across multiple county roads; crews have placed millings and other material but rain has carried much of it away. Commissioners said they are continuing patching and hauling work but added that repeated storms are straining resources.
Of particular concern was a bridge on Prescott Creek where material has built up on both sides of the bridge and a fence installed by a nearby property owner has collected additional debris. Commissioners said an excavator was working to remove material; if the debris is not cleared the bridge could become a public hazard and may need to be closed.
Commissioners also reported a deep crack and possible undermining on "Boxcar Road," noting engineers previously inspected the site and repair could be costly; commissioners said a roadway closure is a possible outcome if the failure worsens.
No formal emergency declaration was made at the meeting; county staff said they will continue to monitor conditions and perform removal and repairs as weather permits.
