Project Limits:

The project limits extend along SR 141 from the I-95 /141 interchange to Burnside Boulevard. The total length of the project is 6,000 feet including the 2,000 foot long Newport Viaduct

Project Overview:

The Newport Viaduct and its associated ramps were constructed and opened to traffic in the early 1970. After nearly 40 years in service, the bridge is in need of repair to ensure its continued long term reliability. The rehabilitation work includes replacing joints in the deck, milling off the top portion of the deck and installing a waterproof concrete overlay, steel repairs, bearing replacements, painting the structural steel, concrete spall repairs, replacement of approach slabs, portions of the abutments and drainage improvements.

Project Timeline:

Construction Starts: Spring of 2011

Construction Duration: 27 Months

Construction Complete: Summer 2013

During construction, the current 2 lanes in each direction will remain open however traffic shifts will be required. At nights and on weekends, traffic may be reduced to one lane in each direction and there and there may be temporary detours of associated ramps.