Comstock Bridge Reconstruction Completed
WGN 45-06-04.
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Built in 1883, the renewed Comstock bridge stands
ready to face its next 120 years.
Photo by Joe Nelson, Nov. 6, 2003
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November 10, 2003 - A visit on November 6 found the bridge construction complete
and apparently ready for service, however the portals were secured with barriers. I contacted
Warren Tripp, VAOT project manager for the Comstock Bridge by e-mail. His reply:
Once the last of the construction details, such as final guard rail work, application of fire
retardant, removal of office trailers, etc., are completed, the Construction Section of VAOT will
schedule a final inspection of the project. Following that inspection any remaining problems or
details brought up at that inspection will be completed and the project will be accepted. At that
time the bridge will be turned back over to the Town and it will be opened to traffic. All of that
should happen within the next couple of weeks. I also have been pleased with the quality of
workmanship on this project.
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A view of the new decking and guard rail.
Photo by Joe Nelson, Nov. 6, 2003
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View from the western approach. Photo by
Joe Nelson, Nov. 6, 2003
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