Wednesday, workers welded heavy gauge steel panels into place for the south lane of the Thompson Creek bridge, after also removing the exposed aged steel deck. The new steel decking installation will continue this week as crews navigate caution over the open spaces above the span of the bridge girders over Thompson Creek. The panels extend under where the south side curb will be placed, providing a strengthened deck for the curb and re-installation of the rail.

The pedestrian walkway remains open over the CR 108 bridge, though temporary delays may occur to ensure public safety near welding, active machinery, and equipment.

Detour routes for the Glenwood Springs side include County Road 109 to Highway 82 near Ironbridge/Westbank; or Dry Park Road to County Road 117 (Four Mile) to Glenwood Springs. Carbondale traffic is recommended to use highways 133 and 82.

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