MassDOT: Traffic pattern changing on Davol Street in Fall River to begin the new year

MassDOT is scheduled to revert traffic on Davol Street Southbound near the Senator Thomas Norton City Pier to its normal pattern. Previously, traffic had been shifted to the east to accommodate construction work.

Vehicles will no longer be directed to use the shifted lanes beginning January 2nd, 2024, and may proceed through this section of Davol Street Southbound as normal. We respectfully request that pedestrians utilize the detour signage and cross Route 79 at the designated temporary crosswalks. Signs will be posted 48 hours in advance.

During this construction phase, Davol Street will remain open to vehicular traffic. MassDOT asks drivers to pay attention to all signage as it is posted.

Weather and unexpected circumstances make all construction activities subject to change.

Davol Street and Route 79 run along the Taunton Riverfront in Fall River. Currently, access between the neighborhoods and the waterfront is limited and the corridor lacks bicycle accommodations. MassDOT is redesigning the mile-long corridor to improve mobility, connectivity, and safety along and across Route 79 and Davol Street. The corridor will be transformed into a multi-modal urban boulevard, connecting the neighborhoods to the Taunton River while promoting economic growth by creating new development parcels to contribute to economic development.