Sunderland Bridge paving to be done Thursday

The Sunderland Bridge over the Connecticut River between Deerfield and Sunderland, pictured in June.

The Sunderland Bridge over the Connecticut River between Deerfield and Sunderland, pictured in June. STAFF FILE PHOTO/PAUL FRANZ

Staff Report

Published: 07-31-2024 6:11 PM

SUNDERLAND — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will be paving the Sunderland Bridge on Thursday and drivers should anticipate delays beginning at 7 a.m.

Work will begin at 7 a.m. and finish at 4 p.m. While no lane closures will be in place, drivers should anticipate temporary delays as paving vehicles enter and exit the work zone, according to MassDOT.

Following work during the day, additional work will be conducted beginning at 8 p.m. and will continue through 4 a.m. on Friday morning. During this time, work crews will implement lane closures with alternating traffic.

Drivers traveling over the bridge should expect delays, reduce speed and use caution. According to MassDOT, signs, law enforcement and other messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.

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