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Bridge reports spark worry in Burke County.

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| August 05, 2007 | This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Byline: Marcie Young

Aug. 5--The impact of the bridge that collapsed in Minneapolis last week hit home in Burke County, prompting leaders to think about better maintaining their bridges.

Burke County, according to AAA of the Carolinas, has the highest percentage of substandard bridges in the state.

"This is alarming," said state Sen. Jim Jacumin, who represents Burke and Caldwell. "At one time, we were known for our good roads, and now we're known for our bad roads and bridges."

In Burke, 23 of the county's 181 bridges are deficient, according to the N.C. Department of Transportation. A structurally deficient bridge isn't necessarily unsafe but is characterized as having deteriorating conditions and requiring frequent maintenance.

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