TRAFFIC IMPACT: US Route 2 at the temporary drawbridge is open to two lanes of traffic. Please expect intermittent stops and releases of traffic by flaggers to allow for construction vehicles to enter the work zone. The contractor is working Monday through Saturday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The temporary bridge has a speed limit of 25mph. There are tight curves approaching the temporary bridge, and trucks are advised to reduce speed to 15mph. Bicycles should use caution while crossing the bridge.
The work zone speed limit is enforced, and individuals have been ticketed for excessive speeding. Obeying the speed limit is extremely important for everyone’s safety.
NOTICE TO MARINERS: The hourly opening season for the temporary drawbridge ended on 10/15. Smaller vessels are reminded to be aware of the Coast Guard Safety Zone.
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES: The contractor is nearing completion for installing the sheet wall containment on the eastern side of the existing bridge. This work will continue through next week. They complete rock anchor installation on the western side of the existing bridge week by the end of next week. Photo of the current work below.




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