This page contains updates from VTrans on the Richmond Bridge #29 Replacement Project
More information on this project can be found on the VTrans Project Page
https://vtrans.vermont.gov/projects/richmond-US2-bridge
RICHMOND BRIDGE BR#29
Replacement of Bridge no. 29 on US-2 in Richmond over I-89
DATE: November 21, 2024
TRAFFIC IMPACTS BELOW:
U.S. Route 2 Monday through Wednesday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. will have traffic control present with intermittent stops to allow for trucks in/out of the project site.
I-89 No traffic impacts.
Motorists shall follow the posted speed limit within the construction zone; Speed enforcement will be present, and fines will be doubled.
PROJECT UPDATE: Completed the demolition of the old bridge; Restored the I-89 traffic in all lanes; Continued with project site restoration.
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES:
The following is the anticipated work schedule for the week beginning November 25, 2024
Monday through Wednesday 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.:
-Begin the removal of the old U.S. Route 2 roadway.
-Extend drainage pipes on the western side of the project.
Thursday and Friday:
-No work due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
PLEASE USE CAUTION WHILE TRAVELING THROUGH THE CONSTRUCTION ZONE AND FOLLOW THE POSTED SPEED LIMITS!
PROJECT TYPE: Complete bridge replacement
SPECIAL NOTICE: Please email sbarrett@coibsinc.com, reference Bridge#29, Richmond, if you would like to receive weekly project updates via email.
COMPLETION DATE: September 2025
Contact Information:
Name - Stephanie Barrett - Public Information Consultant
Phone - 802-399-7847
Email - sbarrett@coibsinc.com