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Cobb?s Bridge in New Gloucester to be Replaced

New Gloucester ? The Cobb?s Bridge in New Gloucester is in the process of being reconstructed this season through the month of October. In order to accomplish the work during a single construction season, the bridge will close to all traffic from June 20th until the end of August.

During this period, motorists will be directed along the six mile detour route utilizing Meadow Lane, Woodman Road and Intervale Road.

Once the bridge opens in in August, work, that will require lane closures, will continue through October.

WEST GARDINER TO AUGUSTA NORTHBOUND...LONG BACKUPS

From the MTA ----Motorists traveling Northbound on the Maine Turnpike are being advised of heavy traffic between Exit 103 in West Gardiner and the end of the Maine Turnpike at Mile 109

Additional Information:Motorists are being advised of delays between the miles of 102 and 105 northbound in West Gardiner because of lane closures in the area. Approaching motorists should use caution.

Vehicles Crash at Exit 113

State Police say the northbound lane of Interstate 95 in Augusta has been shut-down because of a collision between a dump truck and a vehicle. Troopers say a car slammed into the rear of the truck, as it was slowed in traffic.

The crash has taken place at mile marker 113, just beyond Augusta?s third exit. Northbound traffic is advised to take exits 109 or 112 to avoid the crash site and to seek alternative routes north.

Full Reconstruction of Route 1 in Warren to Begin

Warren ? Crews will be reconstructing a section of Route 1 in Warren beginning the week of June 23rd.

The project begins .25 miles south of Sandy Shore Road and extends northerly for 1.52 miles encompassing the Route 97 intersection to just beyond Route 1.

There will be alternating one-way traffic through most of this project. The work includes full reconstruction, new eight foot shoulders, new drainage and curbs as well as blasting some ledge along with new pavement.

Bangor I-95 Union Street Bridge Overnight Work Schedule

Bangor ? Crews will be working on Interstate 95 during the overnight hours on the Union Street Bridge project in Bangor. This work involves closing one lane of traffic on the interstate to allow for construction to take place safely between the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The current schedule for the week is as follows:

Monday, June 23rd: southbound travel lane closed followed by the southbound passing lane

Tuesday, June 24th: southbound travel lane followed by the southbound passing lane

Wednesday, June 25th: northbound passing lane closed

Railroad Crossing Rehab in Orrington

Orrington ? Crews from MaineDOT and Pan Am will be rehabilitating the railroad crossing on Route 15 (River Road) in Orrington beginning on Wednesday, June 25th.

The project begins 1.5 miles north of Center Drive on the River Road. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers will be on site.

The work includes removing the pavement 5ft. away from the rails. In all, new pavement will be put down approximately 50ft. back from the rails on each side to provide a smoother crossing.

It is anticipated all work will be completed on Tuesday, July 1st.

Bangor I-95 Union Street Bridge Overnight Work Schedule

Bangor ? Crews will be working on Interstate 95 during the overnight hours on the Union Street Bridge in Bangor. This work involves closing one lane of traffic on the interstate to allow for construction to take place safely between the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The current schedule for the week is as follows:

Monday, June 30th: Full interstate closure northbound from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

Tuesday, July 1st: Full interstate closure southbound from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

Wednesday, July 2nd: Northbound travel lane closed

Minor Delays Expected at Gorham Roundabout on Tuesday, July 1st

Gorham ? On Tuesday, July 1, crews from Clean Harbors, Inc. will be performing work to determine the extent of contamination from the June 11th oil spill at the South Street roundabout.

Due to the northbound side of the roundabout being closed, motorists will be detoured around the work area. Traffic coming from Gorham Center will be detoured west to Route 112 north (Gorham Bypass). Traffic originating south of Gorham Center will be routed to Day Road then to Bracket Road to Saco Street and onto Route 22.

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