The viaduct is just part of 1.33 miles of construction that will connect traffic with Snowy Range Road, WYO 230 and also widen the Laramie River Bridge to four lanes.
Sen. Tony Ross is hopeful the Capitol Square Project can spur the Cowboy State's economy by providing much-needed jobs to some of those affected by layoffs in the energy industry.
State officials and members of the public gathered in front of the Wyoming Capitol Thursday to officially break ground on the construction phase of the Capitol Square Project.
Patrol Sgt. David Wagener notes that Hansen was the 17th person killed on a motorcycle this year, compared with 18 motorcycle-related deaths during the same period in 2015.
Thursday's celebration is, of course, open to the public. Refreshments will be served after the brief ceremony, and the community will be able to tour the new Laramie High School.