Work on Pell Bridge scheduled for several nights

JAMESTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island Transit and Bridge Authority said that night work on the Jamestown approach of the Newport Pell bridge is scheduled to take place between May 12 and May 16.

Lane shifts will occur between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. each work night.

#RITBA TRAVEL ADVISORY REMINDER: Night Work at Jamestown approach to Newport Pell Bridge: Beginning 5/12 and continuing through 5/16 – Nightly Lane Shifts from 7PM to 5AM to prepare for opening two lanes of traffic in both directions. #NPBridge

— RITBA (@RIEZPASS) May 12, 2024

RITBA said the work is taking place to prepare for the opening of two lanes of traffic in both directions.