I-295 Greater Portland Area Interstate Project
MaineDOT’s I-295 Northbound Project, this year’s rehabilitation of 13 bridges on Interstate 295, will begin with preliminary staging work in March and actual bridge repairs commencing in April.
Knowing the scope of this work will help you minimize any inconvenience stemming from traffc delays or detours. Please note that all dates are approximate and are subject to change. Motorists destined for points north of Portland may want to use the Maine Turnpike.
Ramp Closure Advisories
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Closed March thru July, 2012
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Closed July thru August, 2012
- I-295 Northbound Exit 6B/Forest Avenue Off-Ramp
- "Eastbound” Forest Avenue On-Ramp
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Project Work Zones
MaineDOT has divided this year’s I-295 project into five work zones. From south to north, they are:
- Work Zone 1 - Maine Turnpike Approach Road Starts April – Ends September
- Work Zone One involves the I-295 overpass that crosses the Maine Turnpike Approach Road. All on and off-ramps will remain open. Bridge work will be completed around September 1, and night paving operations may continue through October as weather or other factors permit.
- Work Zone 2 - Westbrook Street Starts April – Ends September
- Work Zone Two involves the overpass crossing Westbrook Street. All on and off-ramps will remain open. Bridge work will be completed around September 1, and night paving operations may continue through October as weather and other factors permit.
- Work Zone 3 - Fore river Bridge to St. John Street Starts March – Ends August
- Work Zone Three involves seven different bridges and overpasses:
- Fore river Bridge
- Fore River Bridge/PTRR Overpass
- Portland Connector/Westbrook Arterial Overpass
- Congress Street/Park Avenue Overpass
- St. James Street Overpass
- St. John Street/PTRR Overpass
- St. John Street Overpass
- The Park Street on-ramp and Congress Street on-ramp will be closed, but all off-ramps will remain open for the duration of work at this interchange. To access I-295 Northbound, drivers may use the Fore River Parkway, Forest Avenue, or Franklin Street on-ramps. Bridge work will be completed around August 1, and night paving operations may continue through October as weather or other factors permit.
- Work Zone 4 -Forest Avenue to Franklin Street Starts July – Ends September
- Work Zone Four involves the I-295 overpasses that span Forest Avenue, Preble Street Extension, and the Franklin Street interchange. The I-295 northbound Exit 6B/Forest Avenue off-ramp and the Forest Avenue eastbound I-295 on-ramp will be closed for the duration of work at the Forest Avenue interchange. Bridge work will be completed around September 1, and night paving operations may continue through October as weather or other factors permit.
- Work Zone 5 - Washington Avenue On-Ramp Starts April ends September
- Work Zone Five will focus on the I-295 Northbound on-ramp from Route 26/Washington Avenue which will remain open. Bridge work will be completed around September 1, and night paving operations may continue through October as weather or or other factors permit.
Planning for the I-295 Northbound Project focused on minimizing the impact on motorists while improving the safety and enjoyment of traveling one of Maine’s most popular highways.
MaineDOT appreciates the patience of all motorists during this construction period, and also asks everyone to drive safely through all work zones.
And remember — please pay attention and obey reduced speed limits when driving in work zones. MaineDOT thanks you for driving safely.
This page last updated on
5/22/12
