Geary County Public Works announced that the wooden stringers and deck boards have been replaced on the Old Katy Bridge project, and the bridge is now open to traffic. Public Works crews will be on site next week to finish minor detail and clean-up work. Some minor delays may be expected.
As a reminder, the Old Katy Bridge is a historic bridge that is one lane, so the County urges the traveling public to use caution when approaching and to be vigilant of approaching vehicles in the opposite direction. They also ask that motorists lower their speed when crossing the wooden deck bridge as this will help minimize dynamic loads, such as vibrations, bouncing, and/or shock. These dynamic loads are more damaging than the vehicles’ static weight alone and will help with the longevity of the new wooden deck and stringers.
The Old Katy Bridge has a posted weight limit of 15 Ton, and all loads crossing the bridge shall abide by the posted weight limit.