Timing of blast will hinge upon local weather conditions.
The West Virginia Division of Highways says it plans to demolish the old 5th Avenue bridge into Guyandotte this Friday.
Officials made the announcement Monday morning during a media briefing on various road projects across the region. Right now, officials do not have a time for the demolition; they say it depends on the weather.
Crews have already removed the bridge’s deck in preparation for the demolition.
Built in 1926, the bridge was closed to vehicles in January 2007.
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