Drivers who use the busy Beach Road in Carbonear may have to contend with the condition of the old Gut Bridge until next spring.
Council had intended to replace the 41-year-old structure this year. But the project has come in at close to $500,000 (half a million dollars) more than expected, leaving council with having to weigh fiscal responsibility with public safety.
Considering the lateness of the construction season and with winter around the corner, the project could be delayed until next year.
The issue came in for discussion Oct. 19 during the first regular public meeting of the newly minted town council.
The item came up under "correspondence received and action taken." Harris & Associates copy of letter to department of Municipal Affairs Sept. 21. Request for additional funding to award contract to Newfound Construction for the completion of the Gut Bridge upgrading project."
Read more in this week's Compass.
Gut wrenching decisions
A lot of water has flowed under the Gut Bridge and a lot of vehicles have drive over it since it was built in 1968. After 41 years, the old structure has seen better days - erosion and wear and tear have taken their toll and the bridge has to be replaced.
Council has to weigh fiscal responsibility with public safety
Drivers who use the busy Beach Road in Carbonear may have to contend with the condition of the old Gut Bridge until next spring.
Council had intended to replace the 41-year-old structure this year. But the project has come in at close to $500,000 (half a million dollars) more than expected, leaving council with having to weigh fiscal responsibility with public safety.
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