On a routine inspection, State bridge inspectors identified critical deficiencies on the pony steel truss bridge at Mile Post 5.3 on McFarland Road over Muddy Creek and a timber bridge at Mile Post 2.4 on Williams Road over Hammer Creek.

Benton County Public Works has been directed by the State to close the bridges until repairs can be completed. Both roads will be signed as closed at their intersections with Alpine Road with additional signage to guide traffic to use alternate routes. 

The closures will start immediately, and they are expected to be in place for at least a month.  

“We appreciate the community’s patience as we complete this important bridge repair work,” said Benton County Civil Engineer Mike Johnson.   

For updates on road closures and projects, visit: https://pw.bentoncountyor.gov/road-maintenance-closures-and-updates/