Case Study

North Valley Bridge Ensures Safer Transportation

North Valley Bridge Ensures Safer Transportation

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North Valley Bridge Ensures Safer Transportation PROJECT During times of high water, the bridge was not able to withstand water levels and has flooded, resulting in closures to traffic and most notable, restricting emergency services. The bridge has closed due to flooding in 2009 and 2011. The result of the bridge closures has directly impacted the safety of residents north of Valley City. SOLUTION KLJ’s design included a new bridge and roadway realignment four feet higher than the existing bridge. The design also widened the bridge to 45 feet which included a shared-use pedestrian path along the roadway to address additional safety concerns. The shared-use pedestrian path is separated by a concrete barrier, providing a safe pathway to protect the welfare of non-motorized users. The new

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