Texas officials plan to open part of the Harbor Bridge in Corpus Christi by the end of June.
The bridge project, which will replace the older Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge built in the 1950s, will be the largest structure of its kind in the state once it opens.
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The change in traffic patterns will allow for further construction phases and aims to reduce congestion in the area. The project has been underway for several years, but has experienced delays due to construction and engineering concerns. Officials from the Texas Department of Transportation say the upcoming shift will allow them to maintain progress on remaining work.
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Southbound traffic headed into Corpus Christi will be rerouted onto the bridge structure, according to local media reports from KRIS 6.
The opening was originally scheduled for May but was postponed for final checks on the structure, which authorities say has already been completed…