The existing Dairy Road bridge over Route 250 Bypass has reached the end of its useful life. Recent inspection data dated March 6, 2025, shows an overall condition of the bridge as “poor.” A full replacement of the bridge is necessary and has been funded through the State of Good Repair (SGR) program using a combination of state and federal dollars.
July 15 Design Public Hearing Summary
The length of construction was commonly cited as longer than desired.
The City will explore ways to design the bridge in a way that allows for quicker construction.
Numerous requests were received to make the bridge more visually appealing.
The City will add aesthetic and architectural treatments to the proposed bridge design. These will include: painting the girders, adding a decorative steel railing in lieu of concrete-only barrier, and finishing all foundation walls with an architectural stone finish. The bridge will more closely mimic the Route 250 bridge over McIntire when construction is complete.
The impacts of the proposed detour were a common concern
The City plans to closely monitor traffic patterns once the detour is implemented to see if additional mitigation measures are necessary.
Upcoming Citizen's Information Meeting
The City intends to hold another Citizen’s Information Meeting in early/mid-2026 closer to the start of construction. This meeting will include updates on the project, including an updated schedule and a rendering of how the proposed bridge will look.