Repairs on Milliken Boulevard Bridge over I-195 in Fall expected to impact traffic

FALL RIVER – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation is announcing it will be conducting substructure repairs on Milliken Boulevard Bridge over I-195 in Fall River. The work is scheduled to be 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Work is expected to start Friday night, September 24 and is expected to be complete by Saturday, October 23rd.

There will be left lane closures on I-195 eastbound and westbound with temporary barriers for the duration of work from Friday, September 24 to Saturday, October 23. A second lane will be taken as needed only during overnight operations as traffic conditions allow for barriers and shoring towers installation and removal. A minimum of one open travel lane will be maintained at all times on I-195 eastbound and westbound. There will be no lane closures until Friday night, September 24.

Appropriate signage, law enforcement details, and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.

Drivers who are traveling through the affected areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.