Lancaster County Engineer announces the temporary closure of County Bridge W-116 located on West Panama Road approximately 0.25 mile east of the intersection of West Panama Road and SW 29th , pending investigation. Upon initial inspection, W-116 has suffered an unknown impact that has caused extensive damage to the safety rails on the Northside of the bridge. Therefore, the bridge will remain closed until a structural investigation is completed to determine the full extent of damage and the bridge’s structural safety.
Engineer Dingman asks, “If anyone has knowledge about the damage to this bridge, they should contact the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency number at 402-441-6500.”
Lancaster County currently has 11 closed bridges and 23 bridges that need to be replaced. The current budget year has only two bridges funded for replacement. As County Engineer, I will continue to fight for additional funds for new pavement and bridges, which I believe is of great importance to those who live and work in our rural communities.”