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Highway department urges leaving speed limit as designed for bridge projects; flags guardrail damage

Blackford County Commissioners · January 20, 2026
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Summary

Highway staff told commissioners that federal bridge projects (bridges 56 and 57) are slated for 2030–31 and urged keeping the current posted speed limit to avoid costly redesigns; staff also reported a damaged guardrail and contractor detour compliance issues.

A highway department representative updated commissioners on federal bridge projects for bridges 56 and 57, saying construction is anticipated in 2030 or 2031 and asking the board whether it prefers to post a 55 mph speed limit or leave the existing limits.

The presenter said consultants (SJCA in the transcript) recommended leaving…

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