Lane closures to take place on the Braga Bridge in the coming days

FALL RIVER/SOMERSET – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced it will be conducting routine bridge inspection work and cleaning of drainage structures on the Braga Bridge carrying I-195 over the Taunton River beginning on Monday, September 23. The work, which is expected to last approximately two weeks, will take place between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

While work is being performed, single lane closures of the right hand travel lane will be required at times. Traffic management will utilize police details.

Drivers traveling through the affected areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. All scheduled work is weather dependent and/or may be impacted due to an emergency situation.