Engineer warns of aging bridges; board approves two bridge replacement contracts
Jul 29, 2026
Jul 29, 2026
Madison County roads engineer described a bridge structural failure and temporary measures; the board approved low bids to replace two bridges and discussed coordinating work to realize cost savings.
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Mike Hackett, Madison County Secondary Roads Engineer, told supervisors the county found a failed wooden bearing member on a bridge on Limestone Avenue and plans temporary cribbing and a repair attempt in October to avoid a long-term closure.
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