Just in case any of you doubters thought that MODOT could have held off rebuilding the Interstate for a few years, take a look at these photos of the Spoede Road overpass. This bridge is literally crumbling beneath our tires.
Built in 1937, this 71 year old overpass is in desparate need of replacement. The bridge was built when Highway 40 was a boulevard, not an interstate highway. The 45 mph speed limits have given way to speeds of 60-70+ mph and these structures weren't designed to handle today's traffic loads and high speeds.
MODOT has rung every last year they could out of these bridges and it's high time that they get replaced.
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