UPDATE: The new bridge is OPEN to 2-way traffic.
Motorists are reminded to continue using caution as the bridge will continue to be
an active work zone through this year for finish work along the new structure and
start of demolition on the old structure.
Video of the opening is up at www.facebook.com/kytcdistrict1
Due to cool temperatures, the paint crew wants the freshly painted traffic striping
to dry.
The traffic crew is taking about a half hour break. They plan to halt all traffic
starting around 1:15 to 1:30 p.m., CST. Traffic will be halted for about 20 to 30
minutes to allow movement of barricades before westbound traffic is moved to the new
bridge. It will then take another. 20 to 30 minutes to prepare for eastbound
traffic to be moved to the new bridge.
Motorists should be prepared for a 20 to 30 minute delay during the traffic shift
starting around 1:30 p.m.