10/06/2026
Advisory: Haverhill, West Newbury
Single Lane Alternating Traffic and Intermittent Closures of Rocks Village Bridge
Closures in place Tuesday, October 13, through Friday, October 16, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; motorists are advised to plan ahead and seek alternate routes during these times
HAVERHILL – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing that single-lane alternating traffic and intermittent full closures will occur on the Rocks Village Bridge connecting Haverhill and West Newbury from Tuesday, October 13, through Friday, October 16, between 9:00 a.m., and 2:00 p.m., each day.
These traffic impacts are necessary to allow crews to safely and effectively conduct bridge inspection activities.
During these daytime work hours, the bridge will be open with a single lane of alternating traffic, with intermittent closures. Closures are anticipated to last approximately 10 to 15 minutes each.
Inspection activities are being conducted during daytime hours to support site safety and ensure inspection accuracy. The work will not alter any of the bridge's architectural, structural, or historic features.
Those traveling through the area should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. Appropriate signage, advance messaging, and police details will be in place. The work schedule is subject to change in the event of inclement weather and work hours are typical.
Access to local businesses, residences, and emergency services will be maintained during the work.
For more information on traffic conditions, travelers are also encouraged to:
• Download the Mass511 mobile app or visit www.mass511.com to view live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions, and project information before setting out on the road. Users can subscribe to receive text and email alerts for traffic conditions.
• Dial 511 and select a route to hear real-time conditions.
• Follow on X (formerly known as Twitter) to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions.
• For more information, please contact the project team via email at [email protected].
Reports regarding traffic incidents, winter road conditions, traffic cameras, active and planned construction, etc.