Bridge Replacement Project Set for Taylor Avenue Near Belmond

Construction to begin in June, impact travel through mid-September

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:41pm

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Wright County officials have announced an upcoming bridge replacement project on Taylor Avenue southeast of Belmond, Iowa. The project will involve removing the existing bridge No. 157A and installing a new 80-foot concrete slab bridge, with construction scheduled to begin on June 12 and continue through mid-September, weather permitting.

Why it matters

This bridge replacement project will impact travel in the area, as Taylor Avenue will see staggered road closures during construction, though local residents will still have access to their homes. The project is part of Wright County's ongoing infrastructure maintenance and improvement efforts.

The details

The bridge replacement project will take place on Taylor Avenue southeast of Belmond. Crews will remove the existing bridge structure and install a new 80-foot concrete slab bridge. While no official detour will be posted since Taylor Avenue is a granular route, road closure signs will be placed at the intersections of Highway 69 and Taylor Avenue, as well as Belmond Road and Taylor Avenue, to allow local residents access.

  • Construction is scheduled to begin around noon on June 12, 2026.
  • The project is expected to be completed by approximately September 20, 2026.

The players

Wright County

The local government entity overseeing the bridge replacement project on Taylor Avenue near Belmond.

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What’s next

Officials say the project is expected to be completed by approximately Sept. 20, 2026.

The takeaway

This bridge replacement project on Taylor Avenue is part of Wright County's ongoing efforts to maintain and improve local infrastructure, though it will impact travel in the area during the multi-month construction period.