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Council discusses Pops Ferry projects: bridge lighting repairs and extension work facing unstable material

3443698 · May 20, 2025
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Council members discussed repairs to Pops Ferry bridge lighting and a change order for the Pops Ferry extension after crews encountered wet organic “muck.” Staff said the city owns the bridge, is pursuing state designation for the extension, and that extra excavation and testing raised costs and schedule considerations.

Council members asked city staff about repairs to street lighting on the Pops Ferry Bridge and a change order on the Pops Ferry extension after contractors encountered highly organic soil.

Councilmember Lawrence asked whether the state Department of Transportation (MDOT) will assume responsibility and funding for the bridge; staff said the city currently owns…

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