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Portland Bridge Closed for Safety | Lansing News
Portland, Michigan, just shut down the Bridge Street Bridge — aka the Veterans Memorial Bridge — after engineers discovered serious structural concerns during a routine inspection that began in July. The bridge, which spans the Grand River, is now closed to all traffic until a full safety assessment can be completed. Originally slated for repairs in 2028, officials are now racing to determine if emergency action is needed. City leaders acknowledge the disruption but stress safety must come first, asking residents and visitors to stay patient as they work with state transportation officials to…
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