The bridge and ramps are finished with city standard-design metal railings with the fleur-de-lis pattern. It is supported on concrete abutments that are contiguous with the retaining walls for the underpass.
The two-month project is expect to be completed by the end of July. The one-span, 42-long, steel stringer bridge built in 1929 has concrete encased fascia beams to give the appearance of an arch span. Stack interchanges are made up of several overpasses. One of only two truss railroad overpasses that cross a highway in Michigan, this is a very. An overpass and underpass together form a grade separation. Historic Truss Bridge in Bessemer Gogebic County, Michigan. It is possible that some weekend work may be necessary if weather impacts the work schedule. An overpass (called an overbridge or flyover in the United Kingdom and some other Commonwealth countries) is a bridge, road, railway or similar structure that crosses over another road or railway. US 160 will be fully opened to traffic outside of these hours and on the weekends. Travelers will be able to enter and exit the park at all times.Ĭrews will work on the bridge from 9 a.m. However, traffic will not be stopped and will be routed up and over the exit ramps.
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While crews are working on either end of the bridge, full lane closures will occur for the eastbound or westbound lanes. Minimal travel impacts are expected during this project. The project is expected to protect the bridge and add to the longevity of the bridge structure. You can also find lane closure updates.Ĭrews will begin a three-step process of sandblasting the bridge, followed by power-washing of the bridge, then completing the project by giving the bridge a new coat of paint. Crossing one of the busiest intersections outside of the downtown core, the Chinook Pedestrian Bridge provides pedestrians with.