Overturned semi damages bridge, forces road closures in McPherson County

I-135 has reopened, but Moccasin Road remains closed indefinitely between 16th and 17th avenues.

Overturned semi damages bridge, forces road closures in McPherson County
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MCPHERSON, Kan. — An overturned semi-trailer temporarily closed northbound Interstate 135 near mile marker 60 and caused structural damage to a bridge, according to the McPherson County Sheriff's Office. The crash occurred July 8.

The interstate reopened at 12:15 a.m. July 9, but Moccasin Road remains closed until further notice between 16th and 17th avenues due to the damaged bridge structure.

The Kansas Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.

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