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US bridge under construction partially collapses during concrete pouring
Demolition crews have begun dismantling damaged sections of the Llewellyn Estes Bridge in Maine following a partial structural failure during construction work. Several workers were injured in the August 13 incident, with authorities launching an investigation into the cause.
LSN India ·
Dismantling operations commenced at the Llewellyn Estes Bridge site in Old Town, Maine, following a partial collapse that occurred during a concrete pouring operation on August 13. The bridge, which was under active construction over the Stillwater River, experienced structural failure affecting multiple spans.
Several construction workers sustained injuries during the incident and were provided immediate medical attention. Emergency responders reached the site swiftly, and workers were evacuated from the affected areas as a precautionary measure.
Authorities have initiated a comprehensive investigation to determine the root causes of the structural failure. Preliminary assessments suggest the collapse occurred during the concrete placement phase of construction, though full technical analysis is ongoing.
Demolition and recovery teams are methodically dismantling the damaged structural components to enable proper investigation and future reconstruction efforts. Safety protocols remain the priority throughout the dismantling process, with authorities working to establish safeguards for subsequent construction activities at the site.
The incident has raised questions about construction oversight procedures and engineering protocols during critical phases of bridge construction projects.