Everett settles $860K claim over 'inadequate' design of Grand Ave bridge
EVERETT — A metal fabrication company settled a claim against the city for $860,000 last week, over allegations that the Grand Avenue Park bridge’s steel fabrication design was inadequate.
The bridge spans 257 feet and sits about 35 feet above West Marine View Drive. Everett spent about $20 million on the project that carries utilities and connects the Northwest Neighborhood and the waterfront.
In August 2020, it opened to the public and has become a fixture for people getting to waterfront amenities and events.
Interwest Construction, Inc., the contractor for the project, in April 2021 filed a claim that some damages and losses in a purchase order were caused by the city. The initial claim sought over $5.8 million.
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