Blue Earth County Board votes to remove Rapidan Dam and replace County Road 9 Bridge due to heavy rain compromise.

In response to the near-collapse of the Rapidan Dam and a nearby bridge due to heavy rain in southern Minnesota, the Blue Earth County Board of Commissioners voted to remove the dam and replace the County Road 9 Bridge. The dam and bridge, both near Mankato, had their structural integrity compromised during the heavy rain, with rapidly rising water levels eroding the riverbanks and creating a new river channel that threatened the safety of the structures. The rebuilding process will likely take several years, and officials are concerned about the impact of the bridge closure on local farmers.

August 27, 2024
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