The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is advising motorists of the following travel advisories for the week of September 21-27, 2024.
Newport Pell Bridge Approaches – Phase II
Newport: Mobile operations sitewide will occur with minimal impact to travel to wrap up outstanding electrical and signage installation tasks.
Overnight
Tiverton: Rte. 77 (Main Rd.), from Bridgeport Rd. to Highland Ave., alternating lane closures for pavement milling, Sun. – Tues. nights, 8 p.m. – 6 a.m.
Weekday
Middletown: Valley Rd. North, from Johnny Cake Hl. to Aquidneck Ave., right shoulder closed for drainage work, Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tiverton: Rte. 77 (Main Rd.), from Bridgeport Dr. to Highland Ave., alternating one-way traffic for curb, drainage, and sidewalk work, Mon. – Fri., 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tiverton: Rte. 77 (Main Rd.), from #2970 to #3034, alternating lane closures for guardrail installation and drainage work, Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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