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Bridge strike damage forces load restrictions on I-20 overpass

The restrictions are due to damage from a bridge strike from an oversized load.
Credit: NBC

BARSTOW, Texas — TxDOT has placed temporary load restrictions on an overpass near Barstow.

The impacted area is the BI-20 overpass at Exit 52 on Interstate 20.

These limitations have been put in place due to damage from a bridge strike from an oversized load. The responsible party has not been identified yet.

The weight limitations are as follows:

  • Single Axle at 20,000 pounds;
  • Single Vehicle at 46,000 pounds;
  • Tandem Axle at 30,000 pounds;
  • Combination Vehicle at 59,000 pounds.

The limitations will stay in place until repairs are made to the bridge.

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