BELLEVUE, Neb. (KMTV) – The Fort Crook Bridge has been closed for one year, forcing traffic onto Capehart. Neighbors want better communication from the city about the $30 million repair project that could take 5-10 years.
- Fort Crook Road Bridge in Bellevue has been closed for one year after dropping 6 inches due to corrosion.
- All traffic is diverted to Capehart Road, creating safety concerns and increased congestion for residents.
- City needs $30 million for repairs with a 5-10 year timeline.
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It’s been one year since the southbound lanes of the Fort Crook Ridge shut down after the bridge dropped 6 inches due to corrosion, according to the city. While the northbound lanes remain open, the city says they’re in poor condition, so two-lane traffic is not an option. All traffic is now diverted to Capehart Road.
Neighbors say Capehart is already a busy road, and the closure has caused an increase in traffic that creates safety concerns…