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Truck driver causes century-old iron bridge to collapse in Indiana
A truck driver tried to cross the historic Paoli bridge in Indiana, but the weight of her vehicle was just too much for the 135-year-old bridge. WDRB in Louisville, Kentucky, reported that the bridge collapsed under the weight of Mary Lambright’s semi truck on Christmas Day. “There have been a few accidents on that bridge […]
January 5, 2016
Roadbuilding
Lawmakers discuss Leo Frigo Bridge, truck weight limits
Last month’s Leo Frigo Bridge closure, caused by reports of the bridge sagging, has sparked further debate about truck weight regulations. Heavy truck opponents are pushing for stricter weight restrictions on bridges, while supporters look to increase weight limits, Politico reported in its Morning Transportation on Tuesday. Representative Reid Ribble (R-Wis.), who originally co-sponsored a […]
October 8, 2013
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