A damaged bridge over Interstate 70 west of Salina will remain closed until repairs can be made.

On Friday the Muir Road bridge over I-70 in Saline County was struck by an oversized load. The bridge was closed by Saline County officials at the recommendation of the Kansas Department of Transportation.

According to KDOT,  following an inspection  Monday the bridge remain closed until emergency bridge repairs have been completed.

KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and driving through a highway work zone.  To stay aware of all road construction projects across Kansas, go to www.kandrive.gov or call 5-1-1.

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ORIGINAL: Safety concerns have prompted officials to close a bridge over Interstate 70 in Saline County.

According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, 0n Friday Saline County closed the Muir Road bridge over I-70 due to recent damage after being struck.

This closure comes at the recommendation of the Kansas Department of Transportation. KDOT bridge staff will conduct a thorough assessment on Monday.

KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and driving through a highway work zone.  To stay aware of all road construction projects across Kansas, go to www.kandrive.gov or call 5-1-1.