Railroad Bridge in Conway Closes to River Traffic Due to Mechanical Issue
By HERE News
CONWAY, S.C. – River Traffic Disruption
On Monday afternoon, the Waccamaw Coast Line Railroad bridge closed to marine traffic because of a mechanical issue. The bridge, an imperative infrastructure for Conway’s marine transportation, is located at mile 44.4.
Efforts are currently underway to fix the malfunction. Emergency repair crews have been deployed and are doing their utmost to rectify the situation in a timely manner.
Mechanical Complications at the Heart of the Closure
The exact cause of the mechanical issue has not yet been disclosed. The local authorities indicated that the malfunction made it necessary to immediately close the bridge to river traffic to ensure safety and avoid potential accidents. While it’s unclear how long the repairs will take, safety remains the priority as they work to get the bridge operational again.
The Impact on Local Marine Traffic
The closure of the Waccamaw Coast Line Railroad bridge has inevitably caused disruptions to the local marine traffic. The bridge, a crucial link in Conway city’s waterways, is heavily used by both commercial and leisure marine traffic in the region. Visibly, this hiccup is likely to create some delays and logistical adjustments for river traffic in the nearby vicinity.
The local marine traffic is now compelled to find alternative routes around the bridge until its function is reinstated.
Contact Point for Queries
To cope with the situation and ensure the smooth flow of information, Horry County Public Works, the local organization in charge, has dedicated a hotline line for queries related to the issue. Anyone seeking further information or has pressing questions about the situation can reach them at (843) 915-5410.
Awaiting Updates
As of now, the city awaits updates regarding how long the repair work is expected to take place. For now, it remains essential that marine traffic remains patient and flexible with their schedule and operations until the situation has been fully rectified.
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