HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Repairs are set to begin on a popular hike and bike bridge in the Heights this week.

The bridge along the MKT trail near Hogan Street closed after construction equipment from a TXDOT project broke loose during a winter storm. The equipment was carried downstream and slammed into the bridge.

TxDOT officials told ABC13 the incident did not damage the bridge. However, transportation advocates tell ABC13 the mishap highlighted existing structural issues with the bridge, prompting its closure.

Loose equipment from the same project also smashed into and damaged a Studewood bridge, prompting its closure.

In July, the Houston City Council authorized more than $1.1 million to repair the Hogan Street bridge.

The project is expected to take approximately three months.

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