September 14, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Update: Washington Avenue Bridge
In the comments of my last post – concerning repairs to the U of Minnesota’s bridge over Washington Avenue – Hugh states that the bridge can be ridden over. Actually, it can’t. The University has asked that bicyclists dismount and … Continue reading
August 26, 2008
by julie
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In the department of ‘all bad bridges, all the time!’ – In a move that will create near-certain chaos as the University of Minnesota gathers for fall classes, Hennepin County and U of M officials have closed the exterior sidewalks … Continue reading
August 26, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Status: MN43 Bridge in Winona
They have finally started work on the sidewalk on the MN43 bridge in Winona, hoping for favorable weather to complete the project by October. Signage still says bikes are legally unwelcome on the bridge. However, enforcement seems lax – when … Continue reading
August 11, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on I35W Bridge Update
As they continue to build the I35W bridge – while also doing construction work on MN36 and MN280, completely making my commute near-impossible, and helping me go through my THIRD windshield this year – a Colorado paper has an interesting … Continue reading
June 24, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Winona Bridge is falling down, falling down…
Sing it with me, everyone! City of Winona has put up some close-up shots of decaying gusset plates in action on the MN43 bridge over the Mississippi River. Closing the sidewalk is clearly justified by these images. Clickable for detail: … Continue reading