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Dam bypass construction forces closure of area roads

Monday, Dec. 29, 2003 | 9:29 a.m.

Several roads and access areas in the vicinity of construction activities associated with the Hoover Dam bypass have been temporarily closed in the interest of public safety, according to Lake Mead National Recreation Area officials.

Kingman Wash Road is closed to motor vehicle travel, hiking and other recreational uses, as are Kingman Wash South Mine Road, Kingman Wash North Mine Road, and Fortification Hill Road.

These roads will remained closed until the bypass bridge is completed.

Goldstrike Canyon and all land-based access to Goldstrike Canyon are also closed to motor vehicle travel, hiking and other recreational uses. Closures will remain in effect until Dec. 31, 2004.

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