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PDX Traffic Alert: Electrical Problems Cause Partial Steel Bridge Closure

Lower deck's bike/pedestrian path closed until further notice.

The lower deck pedestrian and path on the Steel Bridge is closed until further notice.

The Portland Bureau of Transportation says it is an electrical problem.

They hope to have it fixed and reopen on Tuesday.

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People biking or walking in the waterfront area today are advised to use one of the other Willamette River bridges downtown. Alternate routes include the Broadway, Burnside and Morrison bridges. The narrower sidewalk on the Steel Bridge's upper deck also remains accessible, though travelers should use caution and expect congestion on the upper deck sidewalks.

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