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Purple People Bridge remains closed: Engineering firm to evaluate condition

View Comments The Newport Southbank Bridge Company has retained an engineering firm to determine the extent of repairs that will be needed to reopen the Purple People Bridge between Newport and Cincinnati. The pedestrian bridge that crosses the Ohio River has been closed since May 11, when a large stone fell into the river from a pier on the north bank. The bridge company said in a news release that WSP USA will evaluate the condition and safety of the span. We once again ask for the public s patience as we work diligently to reopen the popular span, so that it can be enjoyed in the safest manner possible, the release said.  

Structural engineer preparing report on Purple People Bridge

Structural engineer preparing report on Purple People Bridge The bridge was closed Tuesday afternoon after a large stone dislodged and fell into the Ohio River. The Purple People Bridge closed on Tuesday due to a falling stone. (Source: WXIX) By FOX19 Digital Staff | May 14, 2021 at 4:32 PM EDT - Updated May 14 at 4:33 PM NEWPORT, Ky. (FOX19) - The Purple People Bridge is certain to remain closed through the weekend. Its future beyond that is unclear, according to the Newport Southport Bridge Company, which owns the bridge. The bridge closed on Tuesday afternoon after a large stone dislodged from the northernmost pier and fell into the Ohio River. As it fell, that stone reportedly hit and loosened another stone at the base of the pier.

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