Community Corner

Ridge Street Bridge Closes Wednesday, June 5

Hopefully you enjoyed your last day of Ridge Street Bridge because it will be closed starting tomorrow, June 5.

The New York State Department of Transportation will be replacing the bridge deck on Ridge Street over I-287 this summer. The bridge is expected to be closed until Aug. 16.Β 

A signed detour will route traffic ontoΒ Westchester AvenueΒ (Route 120A) andΒ Purchase StreetΒ (Route 120).Β  While nighttime work on the bridge is not planned, over the last three weeksΒ there has been some nighttime work and lane closures on I-287 under the bridge in preparation of the project. Β 

The NYSDOT Project Manager for this project is Scott Geiger, P.E. and he can be reached with any questions or concerns atΒ (845) 235-6130Β or email the state atΒ dot.sm.r08.projects@dot.ny.govΒ .Β Β Please visit theΒ Village WebsiteΒ for further information as it becomes available.Β 

How does the bridge closure affect your commute or day of traveling? Tell us your thoughts in the comments.Β 

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