Boston/Milton Granite Avenue Drawbridge Closed For Repair

BOSTON, MA – Got someplace to go near the Boston, Milton line? Be warned: The Granite Avenue Drawbridge will be closed to all car traffic between the hours of 8 p.m., and 5 a.m., on Friday, April 27, as well as Saturday, April 28.

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) said during this time, Exit 11B on I-93 southbound and Exit 11 on I-93 northbound will also be closed and detour routes will be in place. All lanes on I-93 north and southbound will remain open throughout these operations.

"These traffic impacts are necessary to allow crews and contractors to safely and effectively make repairs to the bridge," said MassDOT.

Signage and messaging will be in place to notify drivers of these detours.

MassDOT encourages the public to be mindful of potential traffic impacts. Those traveling through the area should reduce speed and use caution. The schedule for this work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.

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