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Mount Hope Bridge Safety Study Released | Providence News
The Mount Hope Bridge, a vital link between Bristol and Portsmouth, is under intense scrutiny after a 500-page safety study was finally released — a move that follows a heated legal battle over transparency. Bristol sued in March to obtain inspection reports, only to be denied by RITBA, who cited security concerns — a decision that fueled local frustration, especially after last year’s Washington Bridge closure. The June 2024 report, titled “Conceptual Safety Implementation Measures Feasibility Study,” offers a detailed roadmap for potential upgrades, but its full impact remains to be seen…
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