“Who’s Taking That Poop at the Top in the Portable Potty?”

The Miami Signature Bridge has just gotten a new addition to its ever-growing list of woes after social media users noticed cracks in what some have called a $860 million vanity project. We covered the news of the cracks back on March 11.

In their comments on the New Times Facebook post regarding staff writer B. Scott McLendon’s story, readers continued to rip the project to shreds.

Georgia says:

“Is it the same company as the one who built the FIU bridge?”

Shon wonders:

“I still want to know who’s taking that poop at the top in the portable potty.”

Tim assures:

“They are just typical stress cracks that happen with all new construction. They are not structural cracks. Ask any architect or structural engineer.”

Tarek sideyes:

“We should have built a ballroom instead.”

Christian recommends:

“The Sunshine State Arch off the Palmetto and NW 13th Avenue has been around since 1964 with no cracks or other problems. Maybe they should go back and look at its architect’s notes and methods.”

David sees similarities that others called out:

“Giant McDonald’s advertisement.”

Derek says:

“I’ve worked in construction for years. Looks more like a truck or something hit it. That’s not a crack. lol”

Peter says:

“I’d say if you are seeing cracks in the concrete, I would look at the quality of concrete they are using today. They say it is better now, but I have poured concrete in the 1960s and 1970s that has zero cracks or chips with heavy traffic use. But I have new concrete that was poured 2-5 years ago that has cracks, chips, and is crumbling. Not the same quality, and it is not better. I can see it with my own eyes from experience. Smh.”

Bobby had the laughing emojis coming out in full force:

“It is going to be gorgeous. One of the most beautiful landmarks in the country. Spectacular when it is lit up at night in the colors of the moment, like the Empire State Building. Can’t wait for it to be finished.”

Jasmine had us sort of freaked out:

“Probably a beacon for the underworld, and it looks like it’s cracking under the pressure.”

Bret is chanting:

“All hail our giant robotic spider overlords!”

Jordan recommends:

“Put that money towards a statue of Bam Adebayo.”

Greg says:

“Traffic observations from a frequent visitor: Miami traffic has a unique honking sound to it. Driver frustration is way higher than elsewhere. Yes, the government got behind in keeping up, and catching up is painful. This bridge will be beautiful. Whether it is the highest and best use of your tax dollars is for you to decide. I’ll keep paying my visitor’s share.”

Jorge shares:

“One of the dumbest, most pointless wastes of money this city could have come up with, and they’re still not finished! Potholes on every street and they build this crap instead!”

Salvatore remembers:

“Reading this post brought to mind a moment I once witnessed when the mayor of a midsize city in New England turned to his public works director and asked, half in frustration: ‘Why is it that everything we touch turns into shit?’”

Mimby says:

“What I don’t understand is why taxpayers’ money is going to build these ridiculous arches? Wouldn’t it make more sense to allocate that money to expand the metro rail and metro movers to prepare for hurricane season evacuations? Seems like a waste.”

Danny was pretty rude, ngl:

“I just read the article. How is the New Times even considered journalism anymore? What happened over there, you lost the plot.”