Friday, February 17

Cullowhee Bridges Falling Down

Here is my second story for The Western Carolinian in Issue 1.

Cullowhee bridge construction causes headaches
Lex Menz, News Editor

"A Cullowhee bridge undergoing construction for deterioration repairs is causing delays and inconveniences for residents who are accustomed to crossing it.
Bridge 82, on State Road 1002 near the intersection of Rogers Road, will be closed for reconstruction for 150 days.
Joshua Deyton, Division 14 Bridge Management Engineer of the N.C. DOT, said the repairs are "due to the deterioration of the bridge deck and other vital components of the bridge. These types of repairs now will prolong the life of the structure, thus eliminating the need for a much more costly bridge replacement for a long time."
The bridge itself will not be completely pulled down, but the repairs are wide-ranging..."
See the rest of the story HERE!
By Kalen Quinn

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