Commissioners Look Back at 2025 Infrastructure Improvements Here
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In this photo from April of 2025, the Willow Springs Bridge sits on the south bank of Cummins Creek while contractors build new concrete approaches. Then-Pct. 2 Commissioner Luke Sternadel said it took a 100-ton crane to pick up and move the bridge. The bridge itself does not weigh that much, but it took such a large piece of machinery due to the tricky nature of navigating the creek-bottom terrain. Record file photo by Andy Behlen
The Road and Bridge Department of Precinct One has experienced another productive and successful year. Although Precinct One operates with the smallest budget, our team remains committed to maximizing every dollar while delivering quality work both on and off our county roads. We understand the importance of staying within budget while also planning responsibly for the future of Fayette County.
During the past year, the following roads were reworked or paved: Goehring Road, Nechanitz Road, Catfish Lane, Teinert Road, Warda Church Road, and Piney Creek Road. These projects resulted in 5.8 miles of new pavement and 1.9 miles of reworked roadways.
Limestone was hauled and applied to Bell Settlement Road, Zills Road, and Greens Creek Road. In addition, Harms Road was completely covered with recycled asphalt.
A new bridge was constructed on Old Plum Highway, replacing an aging railroad flat car bridge that had begun to deteriorate.
This improvement enhances both safety and long-term reliability for area residents.
Precinct One also cleared 3.93 miles of fence lines along county roads. This work was completed on Bear Creek Road, Warda Church Road, Schramm Road, Piney Creek Road, Jackson Road, Bartons Creek Road, Teinert Road, and Goehring Road.
I would like to sincerely thank our employees for their dedication and hard work throughout the year.
They take great pride in what they do, and it truly shows in the quality of their work. I wish everyone a safe, healthy, and prosperous year in 2026.