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County temporarily closes Bridge 290178 after inspection finds movement; off‑system grant application noted
Summary
A bridge on 29th Avenue (Bridge 290178) was temporarily closed after county staff noted movement; staff said KDOT advised formal inspection or closure, the bridge is the county's worst-condition structure, and the county has applied for an off‑system bridge grant with an earlier estimated cost near $1,000,000.
County staff reported that Bridge 290178 on 29th Avenue exhibited spongy movement during travel and that the bridge file recommended closure if movement was occurring; the county implemented a temporary closure and notified KDOT.
Elizabeth told commissioners the bridge is the worst-condition bridge in the county and is the one for which staff applied for an off‑system bridge grant. She said KDOT advised the county either to conduct a formal inspection and follow repair recommendations or choose a more permanent closure. Staff estimated a detour of roughly three months for affected traffic and referenced an earlier grant application figure near $1,000,000 for replacement or repair work.
Commissioners discussed detour routing and the likelihood that permanent barricades will be needed to prevent drivers from bypassing the temporary closure. Staff recommended discussing details in a work session with more in‑depth information on costs and timelines.
