The last time the bridge, which goes from Bristol to Portsmouth, closed was in 1986 when it underwent a re-decking project.
“Thanks to a great crew and beautiful weather, we were able to complete the resurfacing project ahead of schedule,” Lori Caron Silveira, executive director of the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) said. “I appreciate the hard work of the crew at J.H. Lynch and the engineering team at RITBA, who ran this project with clockwork precision.”
“I also want to thank the town leaders in Bristol and Portsmouth for their collaboration an support,” Caron Silveira continued. “We hope that everyone enjoys the smoother ride over this beautiful bridge.”
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