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Fraser River Bridge Struck

Fraser River Bridge Struck

A railway bridge that spans the Fraser River between Abbotsford and Mission, British Columbia, Canada, was struck by a gravel barge twice.   The barge was pinned against the south pier.   Gravel on the barge had to be removed before it could be dislodged.    After being secured by four tugs, the barge proceeded down the river.   The barge was damaged and suffered water ingress.  The bridge was closed while a diver did an inspection and traffic was diverted to a different crossing.   After the inspection the bridge was reopen and no damage was found.   No reports of injuries.

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Bridge Damaged by Barge

Bridge Damaged by Barge

The Leo Kerner Bridge which connects the towns of Jean Lafitte and Barataria, Lousiana was significantly damaged when a tugboat Julie Marie pushing two barges struck it.   The barges loaded with limestone hit the bridge with enough force to knock the swing bridge off its axle.  All vehicle traffic has been stopped until emergency repairs could be made in a few days.  The Leo Kerner Bridge, also known as the route 302 bridge, is the only connection between the two communities.  Two ferries are able to transport passengers while the towns charter taxi and bus service until the bridge is fixed.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.

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Cumberland River Barge Strikes Bridge

Cumberland River Barge Strikes Bridge

Photo: Nathan Morton

 

The 146-foot long, 416 ton towboat Mary L with a tow of eleven empty barges was forced to run aground as it approached the Barkley Dam on the Cumberland River causing it to strike one of the piers of the Eureka Highway Bridge.   An inspection found no damage to the bridge.   The cause of the grounding was due to the high volume of water being discharged from the Barkley Dam.   No injuries or damage to the barges.

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