CR 44 Haynes Creek Bridge emergency repair
Summary
Bridge deck replacement work began Monday, cutting traffic to one lane for about 45 days with round-the-clock work; staff will look at detour signage after complaints of 45-minute delays.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
Emergency contract limits raised to $6 million; FEMA reimbursement limits apply per project.
Drivers will get a safer bridge once the 45-day project wraps.
Commuters facing one-lane delays for the next six weeks or so.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of County Commissioners - Aug 25, 2026
Bridge deck replacement work began Monday, cutting traffic to one lane for about 45 days with round-the-clock work; staff will look at detour signage after complaints of 45-minute delays.
Board of County Commissioners - May 19, 2026
The bridge failure was declared a qualifying emergency, letting the county skip competitive bidding and raise emergency repair contract limits from $4.5 million to $6 million.
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