Bridge & Track Repairs Continue on Old Telegraph
Bridge No. 487, located on Old Telegraph Road between Grand Avenue and C Street, is under repair, including the Western Railway tracks. Several large cranes, earth movers and a backhoe are active to repair and restore the tracks, etc. The last inspection listed on the Ventura County Public Works website is dated August 9, 2022, though an inspection was done in February 2024 after major damage was located due to water damage from a rain event. Repair work began in March 2024 and reopened after a few months. Photo credit Sebastian Ramirez.
Bridge No. 487, located on Old Telegraph Road between Grand Avenue and C Street, is under repair, including the Western Railway tracks. Several large cranes, earth movers and a backhoe are active to repair and restore the tracks, etc. The last inspection listed on the Ventura County Public Works website is dated August 9, 2022, though an inspection was done in February 2024 after major damage was located due to water damage from a rain event. Repair work began in March 2024 and reopened after a few months. Photo credit Sebastian Ramirez.