The bridge belongs to the state. A team of engineers arrived before dawn, took a look and decided to close the bridge, in case traffic would make the problem worse. I'm sure they will come back tommorrow to do another the assesment. Hollier said he was not sure how long the bridge will remain closed to traffic. Many who live in the neighborhood blame the rising water table for the problem.
Ground water is so high, water stands anywhere there is a hole more than a few inches deep.
He said city engineers told him a layer of clay under the soil makes it impossible for the ground water to sink in. Miller hopes the neighborhood's problem will be fixed when the bridge is repaired. Arlington Police expect to have extra officers helping with traffic around Lamar High School on Monday. They warn that alternate routes on Cooper and Fielder streets are already crowded, so those who want to be on time will need to get an early start. WFAA-TV Co. All Rights Reserved.