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The raising of the water levels on Lake Wright Patman has been a contested issue for those around the lake for many years now. While there may be good reasons to raise it, and arguably, good reasons not to, one thing is for sure, as of this Friday, July 12, 2024, there will be one less obstacle to pushing up the water levels, the brand new State Hwy 8 bridge over the Western end of Lake Wright Pat

The old viaduct bridge is now being demolished as the second wave of construction is about to begin. It is sad to see the bridge go but the new bridge will be so much safer. This video gives you a good comparison from underneath showing the difference between the old bridge and the new bridge.

Like most little boys my 3 1/2 year old son Grant is enamored with trains. He is a big 'Thomas the Train' fan and never misses the show. I thought if he liked trains, then why not let him see a real one. His first time to see a real train was a little scary for him, the noise was just too much...