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Smith County Road & Bridge reports two blades down, operators in training
Summary
Assistant Road & Bridge Supervisor John Kautz told commissioners two blades are currently out of service and that blade operators are training together; commissioners identified multiple roads and bridges needing work ahead of harvest and school transport season.
County road operations featured prominently at the Aug. 17 meeting as commissioners reviewed a list of specific segments needing attention and discussed equipment and staffing constraints. Chairman Kurt Ifland listed multiple roads including J Rd, I Rd, 200 Rd, 130 Rd and L Rd; Assistant Supervisor John Kautz said "there are 2 blades down right now" and noted blade operators were training together, which he said affects mobilization.
Commissioner Brady Peterson raised a specific safety concern on AA Rd between 100 Road and 110 Road and "stated there is a need for rip rap." Commissioners also discussed preparing roads for harvest and ensuring school bus routes can be safely served. No dollar amount for immediate repairs was approved at the meeting aside from the contracted tube payment already authorized.
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