Crews are set to start repairs on the Kipp Bridge in Lethbridge County next week.
Officials with the County said the repair project will start on Tuesday, Sept. 8 on the bridge over the CPKC rail track, just northwest of Coalhurst. The project was initially set to start in early August but has been rescheduled to start on this date.
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The work is being done to extend the lifecycle of the crossing, with construction set to be completed by the end of September, weather permitting.
The project will include repairing bridge expansion joints, deck sealing, repairing/replacing deck joints, strengthening structural members, as well as painting.
COMMUNITY NOTICE
Residents are advised that the road will stay open during the project but will be reduced to a single lane, with flag people on-site to manage traffic flow.
Short stops might be required, and lanes will be opened at night.
Motorists are asked to drive with caution and watch for crews in the area.
