The Ellis County Press: TxDOT began debris removal and disposal

TxDOT began debris removal and disposal
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Editor on 10/11/2007 00:00:00


Texas Department of Transportation began debris removal and disposal on Monday,
Oct. 8 and will continue for 30 days.
Various locations involving the more than 400 bridges on the state highway
system in Ellis County.
Heavy rain earlier this year resulted in large amounts of timber and brushy
debris being deposited under several bridges throughout Ellis County.
The debris must be removed to allow future rainfall to travel safely under
bridges without causing floods or additional damage to structures.
TxDOT has hired Ed Bell Construction Company to remove and dispose of the
material at a cost of $249,000.
During this time period, TxDOT advises motorists to drive carefully when
approaching local bridges and to watch for workers, trucks and heavy equipment.
The work will take place each day weather permitting.