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BNSF Accelerates Rail Bridge Demolition; River Road Trail Remains Closed Through Winter
Updated Oct 25, 10:07 AM CT. Every fact below links to the source that reported it.
What the primary sources show
- BNSF Railway crews are significantly intensifying demolition of the historic Bismarck-Mandan rail bridge by operating on double shifts. [Bismarck Source]
- A portion of the center truss from the old bridge was removed in the fall. [Bismarck Source]
- The River Road walking path remains closed due to ongoing demolition work. [Bismarck Tribune] [Bismarck Source]
- Bismarck commissioners have identified the River Road trail closure as a safety hazard. [Bismarck Tribune]
- On March 12, 2025, workers were observed removing trees in the closed section of River Road. [Bismarck Source]
- The trail closure will remain in place through the winter season. [Bismarck Tribune]
What they left out / still unanswered
- When is the demolition project expected to be completed?
- When will the River Road trail reopen to the public?
- What is the total budget or cost for the bridge demolition project?
Official line vs. how each source framed it
- Bismarck Tribune: Emphasizes the River Road trail closure as a public safety concern raised by Bismarck commissioners. Read it → · Paywall
- Bismarck Source: Provides operational details about the accelerated demolition timeline, double-shift crews, and specific preparatory work such as tree removal. Read it →
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