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Mount Hope Bridge in Fair Condition | Providence News
The Mount Hope Bridge, a 95-year-old structure handling 7 million cars annually, has been deemed “fair” in condition in a newly released 530-page report — sparking legal and public debate. Engineers flagged critical safety issues, including unsafe catwalks, missing barricades, corrosion, and worn bearings, with over a dozen repairs recommended — some marked high priority. A known crack was flagged last November, and officials say they’re committed to addressing all findings. The Rhode Island Turnpike Authority is now asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit over the bridge’s ownership, claiming…
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