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I-95 Southbound Ramps Paved From Bangor to Etna

Bangor ? Crews will be paving the I-95 southbound on and off ramps from Bangor to Etna from Monday to Wednesday evenings next week, August 6th thru the 8th.

These ramp closures will occur from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. with message boards advising motorists to seek alternate routes.

The scheduled paving will be as follows:

  • Motorists can use Exit 180 or Exit 167 on Monday night while Exit 174 southbound is closed

  • Motorists can use Exit 174 or Exit 161 on Tuesday night while Exit 167 southbound is closed

I-295 Traffic Sensors Being Installed

Freeport ? MaineDOT crews will be installing traffic counting sensors in the pavement on I-295 Tuesday and Wednesday, August 7th and 8th from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

On August 7th from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., crews will be installing traffic counting sensors on I-295 northbound approximately two miles north of Exit 17, ending 500 ft south of the Freeport Exit 20. One lane of thru traffic will permitted during the work hours.

Culvert Replacements in Dresden/Woolwich

Dresden/Woolwich ? Crews are replacing culverts prior to paving on Route 127, starting at the intersection of Indian Road, heading south to the intersection of Route 1. This work in Dresden and Woolwich requires alternating one way traffic on this stretch of Route 127, with flaggers and temporary traffic signals assisting motorists through the area.

This project, performed during daytime hours by Hagar Enterprises of Newcastle, is anticipated to be completed by the end of August.

Paving Project in Scarborough and Arundel/Kennebunkport

Scarborough ? Crews will be paving in Scarborough and areas of Arundel and Kennebunkport beginning Thursday, August 9th through the end of the day on Friday, August 10th.

On August 9th, In Scarborough, the project will start on Route 114, beginning at the Turnpike overpass, extending northerly for approximately one and a half miles to Sweetbrier Lane. Travelers should expect delays and consider alternate routes as flaggers will assist motorists through alternating one-way traffic.

Road Closure on US Route 1A in Hampden

Hampden ? Crews are performing a full reconstruction of US Route 1A on North Main Street in Hampden until the end of November.

Starting on Monday, August 13th Route 1A will be closed to all thru traffic until August 20th. A culvert needs replacing in a deep gully located between Wheeldon Street and the R&K Variety Store.

The work zone is located approximately 250 ft. south of Mount View Drive, extending approximately one-half mile north.

Intersection Safety Improvements in Newburgh

Newburgh ? Safety improvements will begin on Monday, August 13th at the intersection of Route 69 and 202/9 in Newburgh, starting with the mobilization of their equipment on site. Tree and brush removal will take place for four days in anticipation of the intersection improvement work.

On August 20th, crews will be flattening the slopes at the intersection, as well as removing guardrails to extend sight distances. This daytime work will be performed for approximately six to seven weekdays. Flaggers will assist motorists through minor delays.

Road and Intersection Improvements Begin on Routes 3 and 230 in Trenton

Trenton ? Significant road and intersection improvements are underway for Routes 3 and 230 in Trenton. The $2.3 million project was awarded to K&K Excavation, Inc. from Turner, Maine.

In anticipation of construction, tree clearing on Route 230 and Route 3 is scheduled to begin on Thursday, August 16th and continue for three or four days. There may be occasional lane closures. Reconstruction of Route 3 begins with drainage installation on Sunday, August 19.

York Bridge Back Open to Traffic

York ? The Sewalls?s Bridge in York is back open to traffic after a truck went through part of a guardrail late Sunday night, August 12th.

Because crews have installed heavy concrete barriers in place of the damaged guardrail, the posted weight limit on this bridge is now three tons.

This restriction will be in place until the scheduled major rehabilitation of the Sewall?s Bridge begins October 1st, when the bridge will be closed to all thru traffic.

Culvert Replacement Work in Fryeburg

Fryeburg ? Culvert replacement work on Route 113 in Fryeburg takes place Tuesday, August 21st through Thursday, August 23rd. This work, scheduled from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, will necessitate the closure of approximately 500 ft. of Route 113. The work zone is located 2,000 ft. south of Corn Shop Road.

While local traffic will be allowed through the area, all other motorists will be guided away from the project site with detour signs and message boards. This stretch of Route 113 will re-open during the evening and overnight hours.

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