Board declares state of emergency for Picacho Road bridge after structural compromise

Mar 18, 2025

The Board of Supervisors approved a declaration of emergency for the Picacho Road bridge over the Yuma Main Canal after a wreck and deteriorating guardrail compromised its integrity; county is pursuing temporary repairs and replacement grants.

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The Imperial County Board of Supervisors voted March 18 to declare a state of emergency for the Picacho Road bridge over the Yuma Main Canal after county staff reported a wrecked vehicle and preexisting deterioration had compromised the structure.

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