Caltrans shut down multiple lanes on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge for an emergency repair due to unsound concrete discovered on the eastbound upper deck. This led to traffic congestion during the afternoon commute. Workers patched the area but noted that sections were severely damaged and would take hours to cure. Motorists were advised to anticipate delays and the history of falling debris on the bridge highlighted ongoing maintenance concerns, emphasizing the bridge's need for continued repair and monitoring for public safety.
"It was a 3-inch spall, that spalled all the way through. You could actually see it from the lower deck," said Bart Ney, spokesperson for the agency.
Ney said there have been no reports of vehicles being struck by loose concrete.
Caltrans said motorists should expect delays and seek alternate routes.
In February 2019, crumbling concrete fell onto a car from the upper deck due to a failed expansion joint.
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