Work will begin on Bridge 150 on Sept. 5

BEDFORD – Highway Superintendent Brandi Webb reported to the commissioners Tuesday morning that work will begin on Bridge 150 on Tuesday, September 5.

Brandi Webb

“CSX responded to our request to push forward and CLR will close Mill Creek Road on or after September 5,” said Webb.

Bridge 150 is a continuous encased steel beam bridge constructed around 1930-1935 

The Lawrence County Commissioner approved a contract with CLR for $2.6 million to replace Bridge 150. The county will pay $319,536.10.

Highway crews are cutting brush and mowing.

“They are also working on some chip and seal projects and patching.