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Lewis County presses state for bridge repairs, I‑5 Exit 72 fixes and north industrial access funding
Summary
County officials told state legislators on Oct. 21 that aging bridges and limited I‑5 access are major constraints for Lewis County's economy and safety, and they asked for programmatic and targeted state funding.
County officials told state legislators on Oct. 21 that aging bridges and limited I‑5 access are major constraints for Lewis County's economy and safety, and they asked for programmatic and targeted state funding.
Jeff Soderquist, Lewis County public‑works director, said the county owns 227 bridges and conducts most bridge repairs with grant funding because regular revenues do not cover replacements. "We have a number of bridges that are going to celebrate their hundred year anniversary of service," Soderquist said, noting that culverts…
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