That. Q good evening. Welcome to kqed newsroom. Elected officials arenindc cal for an independent examination of corrosion in critical parts of the new eastern span of the bay bridge. A recent investigation by the Sacramento Bee foundw3 rust inse the chamber to protectwierom moisture and erosion. ni some experts are warning if rust gets worse itq could lead to structural damage. This is the latest string of concerns including detects and broken bolts and rods. Lp hc and spoke earlier with scott schaefer. Charles, welcome. E1 thank you. First get us up toni speed o exactly where the current problem is with thee1 bridge. Nside chambers where the main cable is attached to the bridge e1itself. These chambers arelp on the eer side of the suspension spane1 portion of the bridge. Viewers mightq recall this is a unusual bridge. Its held up by one single cable that wraps up the westrf side t attaches to the bridge itself in chambers on the east side. You had the chance to go inside the chamber
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