FREDERICK, MD – The over-height warning portal on Roddy Road south of the covered bridge near Thurmont was struck and damaged by a vehicle this evening. As a result, the road will be closed at the bridge until repairs can be made to the warning portal. The historic Roddy Road Covered Bridge was not harmed.
Repairs to the over-height warning portal will be completed by the Office of Highway Operations.
Department staff has notified emergency personnel.
For additional information, contact Superintendent Mike Ramsburg, Office of Highway Operations at 301-600-2268.
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