Politics & Government

Pinellas Bayway Partially Closed Wednesday

From 9 a.m.-4 p.m., the eastbound travel lanes will be shut down for a concrete delivery on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Find another route: The eastbound lanes on the Pinellas Bayway Bridge will be closed the entire day on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Due to rain, Florida Transportation Department contractors delayed the scheduled closure, which was supposed to start Monday.

Now Orion will be closing the eastbound travel lanes on the Pinellas Bayway bascule bridge on July 24 and 25 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. for concrete delivery and placement, weather permitting.

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All emergency vehicles will be directed through the work zone if needed during the detour.

All other vehicles will be detoured to Corey Causeway. In the event of inclement weather, the closure dates may need to be adjusted accordingly and notice will be given as soon as possible.

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