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Waterville-Winslow Bridge Paving to Begin

Waterville ? Crews will be milling and paving the bridge decks of the Donald Carter Memorial Bridge on Route 137 between Waterville and Winslow as well as the Abenaki Road over the Messalonskee Stream between Route 137 and Route 104 (West River Road) in Waterville beginning on Thursday, June 2nd.

Alternating one-way traffic will occasionally occur during these simultaneous operations. Motorists should expect 5-10 minute delays Monday through Friday between 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wide loads will be restricted to 12ft.

*Updated* I-295 Overpass Work to Begin in West Gardiner

West Gardiner ? Crews will be replacing concrete headers on the overpass that carries I-295 south over the Cobbosseecontee Stream in West Gardiner beginning today, Monday, June 06.

This daytime work will require a lane closure southbound on the overpass. While one lane will remain open, motorists may experience slight delays.

Following the completion of the overpass work, crews will perform under-bridge maintenance activities until Friday, June 17th.

All work on the overpass is expected to be completed by the end of the day on Tuesday, June 7th.

Road Work to Begin in Gray and Gorham

Gray/Gorham ? Beginning on Thursday, June 9th, crews will be crack sealing and fog sealing Route 26A in Gray and parts of Route 112 in Gorham.

In Gray, the crack and fog sealing will begin at the intersection of Route 202 and Route 26A, and extend northerly for approximately 1.1 miles.

In Gorham, the crack and fog sealing will begin at the intersection of Route 112 and Route 114, and extend northerly for approximately 3.2 miles to the intersection with Route 25.

Road Reconstruction to Begin in Ellsworth

Ellsworth - Beginning on Monday, June 13th, a 1.2 mile stretch of Route 1A in Ellsworth will be reconstructed from the Union River Bridge to Forest Avenue.

Crews will be working 24 hours a day between 7 p.m. Sunday nights through 7 p.m. Friday nights.

Two-way traffic will be maintained on weekdays between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. One lane of alternating traffic is allowed between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. on weekdays.

From June 15 to September 15, work will be suspended every weekend between 7 p.m. on Friday through 7 p.m. on Sunday.

Public Meeting to Update Sarah Long Bridge Project

On Monday June 13th, the Maine Department of Transportation and the New Hampshire Department of Transportation are hosting an informational meeting to update the public on the status, schedule and activities of the Sarah Mildred Long (SML) Bridge Replacement Project.

There will be presentations explaining the progress of the project followed by a Q&A. Maine and New Hampshire DOT representatives, along with bridge construction contractor Cianbro, will be available to answer questions and discuss additional details.

Route 1 Thomaston Road Work Continues

Thomaston ? Crews will begin milling pavement on Route 1 in Thomaston beginning at 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 15th.

The work on Route 1 will start from Erin Street for approximately 2,000 ft. to the intersection of Route 131 south. Motorists can expect slight delays as flaggers will assist with alternating one-way traffic.

Beginning next week, that section of Route 1 will be back to two lanes while the contractor continues the road work.

Motorists are advised of reduced speeds in the work zone.

Annual Inspection for Frank J. Wood Bridge

Brunswick/Topsham ? A safety inspection on the Frank J. Wood Bridge connecting Brunswick and Topsham is scheduled for Thursday, June 16th beginning at 8:30 a.m.

During that time, northbound motorists on Route 201 and Route 24 will be detoured to Route 1 east to Route 196. Southbound traffic will be allowed on the bridge. Traffic will be reopened to both lanes upon completion of the inspection that evening.

Slope Stabilization Work to Begin on Mount Desert

Mount Desert ? Beginning Monday afternoon, June 20th, crews will begin slope stabilization work on Route 3 in Mount Desert. The slope is located approximately one-half mile south of the Asticou Hill Trail.

Motorists should expect alternating one-way traffic with flaggers along the 1500ft. work zone.

This proactive work will be done in two phases:

Phase One: Beginning on Monday, June 20th, crews will temporarily stabilize loose vegetation along the slope as well as removing selected tress and rock. It is anticipated this work will be completed within two weeks.

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