A recent bridge collapse in a rural county has sparked renewed concern over the condition of aging infrastructure across the region. Transportation officials say a significant portion of bridges are past their intended service life, and the problem is only expected to grow over the next decade. A 2021 report gave the state’s bridges a D+ rating, citing the strain from a rapidly growing population and frequent use by overweight vehicles. Authorities are now working to secure funding and repairs to prevent further collapses.
