A Study in Infrastructure Madness

Litigation has stalled the replacement of a decrepit railroad bridge in North Dakota for five years, highlighting the challenges of infrastructure projects in the US.

August 28, 2023 . 12:56 AM

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Litigation has stalled the replacement of a decrepit railroad bridge in North Dakota for five years.
BNSF Railway received final approval to replace the 140-year-old bridge, but activists have delayed the process.
The activists claim that the bridge's ownership is void due to a lack of original deed.
BNSF has begun construction on the replacement bridge, costing about $100 million.
The case highlights the challenges of infrastructure projects in the US.