NEWS ALERT: I-95 Northbound On-Ramp closed from 8PM to 5AM

Thursday, July 18, 2024
Nighttime Closure of On-Ramp to I-95 Northbound (at Exit 74)
The on-ramp to I-95 Northbound (at Exit 74) will be closed on Thursday, July 18, 2024 from 8:00PM until 5:00AM. This closure is necessary to facilitate structure excavation to sub-grade at Abutment 2. Motorists are advised to follow detour below.

Detour: To access I-95 Northbound, motorists should continue on Route 161 north, take a right onto Route 1, turn left on to Cross Road, turn left on to Waterford Parkway, and take entrance ramp to I-95 Northbound.

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