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BNSF accelerates bridge demolition; River Road trail to stay closed through winter
Updated Oct 26, 2:38 AM CT. Every fact below links to the source that reported it.
What the primary sources show
- BNSF Railway is intensifying demolition of the historic Bismarck-Mandan rail bridge by operating crews on double shifts. [Bismarck Source]
- Workers have removed a portion of the center truss from the bridge. [Bismarck Source]
- The River Road walking path remains closed due to demolition work. [Bismarck Tribune] [Bismarck Source]
- The trail closure will extend through the winter months. [Bismarck Tribune]
- Bismarck commissioners characterize the closure as a safety hazard. [Bismarck Tribune]
- On March 12, 2025, workers were observed removing trees from the closed section of River Road. [Bismarck Source]
What they left out / still unanswered
- When is the River Road trail expected to reopen?
- What is the projected completion date for the entire bridge demolition?
- What specific safety concerns triggered the commissioners' warning about the closure?
Official line vs. how each source framed it
- Bismarck Tribune: Emphasizes commissioners' safety concerns and frames the closure as an extended hazard lasting through winter. Read it → · Paywall
- Bismarck Source: Details the acceleration through double shifts and documents specific progress including center truss removal and ongoing site preparation. Read it →
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