Constructed in 1932, the Ruby Bradley Bridge is located at one of the busiest intersections in Roane County. To address the growing congestion at the intersection, West Virginia DOT asked that a four-lane bridge be built next to the existing two-lane span, allowing the old bridge to be demolished and the new bridge slid into its place, eight inches at a time. During construction, workers used a new technology called jacks to move the new bridge onto the piers of the old bridge. These jacks are used to hoist the structure from their foundations for repair or relocation. Without this technology, constructing the new bridge would have caused significant traffic delays to motorists. By improving traffic flow and easing congestion at this major intersection, the $5.8 million project is expected to make the city of Spencer more attractive for business investment.
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