Wreck Damages Span

A tractor trailer accident Friday temporarily shuts down an Ohio Turnpike overpass. Officials say it resulted in a fire underneath the bridge carrying traffic across Ohio 15/U.S. 20A. The blaze was concentrated directly under the bridge, in the westbound right shoulder of the Turnpike. It shutdown of all westbound lanes on the Turnpike and on Ohio 15/U.S. 20A. Following cleanup and inspection, the westbound lanes of the Turnpike were opened, but part of the bridge remained closed. Yesterday, the span was still down to a single lane. They confirm “extensive damage” to the bridge’s concrete pier, concrete deck, components of the steel superstructure and the protective steel coating, though the structure is stable. Further evaluation and repair recommendations will be made this week.

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