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Bridge Replacement Debate Heats Up | Wilmington News
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New Hanover County Commissioners are pushing for a fresh river navigation study to guide the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement, arguing outdated 1996 data and a recent flawed report don’t reflect current or future shipping needs. With federal grant funding at risk if not obligated by September 2027, officials say a new study won’t delay progress — and are even willing to extend deadlines. They favor the movable span option over the costly fixed-span alternative, which the Wilmington City Council opposes due to its financial burden and toll implications.
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https://www.wilmingtonbiz.com/government/2026/09/18/county_commissioners_share_their_take_on_bridge_replacement_options/27858
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