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East Grand Forks officials say Sorley Bridge work delayed; Blue Peak fiber crews begin neighborhood work
Summary
City staff told the East Grand Forks City Council May 5 that delivery delays for bridge expansion joints likely push major Sorley Bridge construction into 2027; the council also heard that Blue Peak has started fiber/utility work in parts of the city and will provide weekly maps and resident alerts.
Steve Emery, a city staff member, told the East Grand Forks City Council on May 5 that delivery lead times for replacement expansion joints for the Sorley Bridge could be five to eight months, likely shifting full bridge construction to the 2027 construction season. Emery said the city plans temporary repairs to improve the driving surface this year and delay major approach work until the bridge overlay next year to avoid rework during heavy construction traffic.
The council was told that the city has budget and permitting dependencies to resolve before final approvals. Emery…
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