CLE ELUM, Wash. – The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will cover the costs for the Bullfrog Overpass repair near Cle Elum through their Emergency Relief Program . Previously, it was reported that the city would handle the expenses.

The overpass was damaged more than a month ago when a truck collided with it. This incident led to significant damage and detours in the area. The repair work, estimated at just over $2 million, will be carried out by Garco Construction Inc .

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is set to meet with the contractors to finalize the work schedule. WSDOT assured there will be no travel impacts over Thanksgiving. Construction is expected to begin in early December, with plans to reopen the overpass by the end of January. The emer

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