Seattle not spending enough on its bridges, audit finds

Published September 16, 2020 9:00pm ET



Of 77 bridges in Seattle, only 22 are in good condition, a city audit found.

“Over the past 14 years, the average amount SDOT spent on bridge maintenance was $6.6 million annually,” city auditors wrote. “However, according to knowledgeable SDOT officials, the City is not spending enough to keep its bridges in good condition and avoid costly future repairs.”

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