The overpass struck by an oversized load on Interstate-90 near Cle Elum Tuesday night must be demolished and reconstructed.

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Governor Declares Emergency in Kittitas County

Governor Bob Ferguson declared an emergency in Kittitas County as a result of the damage. The emergency proclamation allows the state to seek federal funds to expedite emergency contracting.

WSDOT Engineers Determine Bridge Beyond Repair

Washington State Department of Transportation bridge engineers inspected the bridge Wednesday, Oct. 22. They determined the damaged portion of the overpass is not repairable and must be demolished. WSDOT hired an emergency contractor to remove the overpass portion over westbound I-90. This will allow

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