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Vermont Agency of Transportation This weekly report is a list of planned construction activities that will have traffic impacts on state highways throughout Vermont for the week of September 5, 2022. Please note that crews will be off on Monday, September 5th in observance of Labor Day. Remember to drive safely in all work zones. Lives depend on it. 

I-89 Richmond – A culvert repair project is underway. Motorists will encounter a one-mile-long lane closure in both travel directions just south of Exit 11 as southbound traffic is merged to the northbound lane using a crossover. The traffic pattern will be changing on Wednesday 09/07 to a “zipper merge” that requires drivers to use both lanes until they reach the merge point and then take turns merging into the single lane of traffic, like a zipper closing. Studies show that this practice can reduce backups, thus reducing driver frustration as both lanes continue to move slowly. 

I-89 Sharon – A bridge rehabilitation project continues. Traffic is reduced to one lane in each direction as crossovers are being utilized. Motorists – be aware of a work zone speed reduction. 

I-91 Bradford – A single lane closure has been established in the southbound lanes near Exit 16 for ongoing bridge maintenance. A speed limit reduction to 55 mph remains in effect. 

I-91 Fairlee – St. Johnsbury – Multiple work zones are in place for preventative maintenance repairs to bridges along the interstate. Single lane closures have been established in both directions – speed limit and lane-width reductions remain in effect. 

I-91 Lyndon – Barton – Travelers can expect daily lane closures in the vicinity of active construction Tuesday – Saturday between Exits 23 – 25 during daytime construction hours (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.). Motorists will encounter uneven lanes and grooved pavement. Speed is reduced to 55 mph in the work zone. 

I-91 Rockingham – A ledge stabilization project continues. Motorists will encounter lane and speed reductions as southbound traffic is merged to the northbound barrel using a crossover.  

I-91 Ryegate – St. Johnsbury – A northbound resurfacing project is underway. There will be a single lane closure between Exits 17 and 20, with minimal traffic delays as crews install plug joints on bridges and remove temporary line markings.      

I-91 Weathersfield – A bridge deck replacement project continues at Exit 8. Lane and speed reductions are in effect in each direction as southbound traffic is merged to the northbound bridge using a crossover. A two-way lane shift on VT 131 will consist of two 10-foot lanes. This lane shift will be in place until October. 

I-91 Westminster – A bridge deck replacement project over VT 121 is underway. I-91 has been reduced to one lane of travel in each direction across the bridges, and an alternating one-way traffic pattern is in effect on VT 121 underneath the bridges. A speed reduction to 55 mph is in place within the project area. Fines are doubled for speeding within the construction zone.   

Andover – Bridge #9 over Trout Brook on Weston-Andover Rd. is closed through the fall. A town-signed 6.4-mile detour route is in place. The detour will run from Weston-Andover Rd. to Middletown Rd., then VT 11 to Hilltop Rd., and back to Weston-Andover Rd.   

Braintree – Flagged traffic will be implemented as needed along VT 12 at the bridge project location over Ayers Brook as crews work on cleanup throughout the week. 

Brownington – A slope stabilization and roadway reconstruction project is underway at multiple locations along Center Rd. in Brownington. Center Rd. is closed to through traffic through the fall. Traffic will be rerouted along VT 58, Hunt Hill Rd., and Schoolhouse Rd.  

Burlington – A paving project is underway along U.S. 2/Main Street from South Willard St. to I-89, and along North Willard St. to the intersection with Riverside Ave. Nighttime work hours are 7 p.m. – 6 a.m., Tuesday through Thursday this week. Motorists should expect one-way alternating traffic during nighttime operations. 

Burlington, Shelburne Street Roundabout – U.S. 7/Shelburne St. remains restricted to one-way southbound between South Willard St. and Marian St.  

South Willard St. will be restricted to one-way northbound between Shelburne St. and Chittenden Dr., and access to Locust St. via Shelburne St. remains closed.  

These traffic patterns are in place 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for several weeks. Motorists are encouraged to follow the signed detour route to avoid delays. Through-trucks are required to follow the signed detour route. 

Calais – A bridge replacement project continues along VT 14 approx. 9.5 miles north of U.S. 2. Motorists should expect speed reductions and alternating one-way traffic controlled by flaggers during the day at the second bridge location with a temporary signal during non-work hours. 

Charlotte – South Burlington – A roadway resurfacing project is underway along U.S. 7. Nighttime work hours are 7 p.m. – 6 a.m., Tuesday -Thursday this week. Motorists should expect one-way alternating traffic during nighttime operations. Moderate delays are possible. 

Chelsea – Thetford – A resurfacing project continues on VT 113. There will be a single-lane closure with alternating one-way traffic as crews continue paving driveway aprons and sideroads and place shoulder gravel throughout the project limits. 

Chester – A bridge deck replacement project is underway on VT 103 just south of Smokeshire Rd. Speed and lane width reductions are in effect throughout the project area. VT 103 Bridge #16 is closed through October 2022. Traffic is being maintained on a temporary bridge.   

Chester – Springfield – A roadway project nears completion on VT 11 between VT 103 in Chester and VT 106 in Springfield. Expect one-way alternating traffic in the vicinity of construction operations. Minor delays anticipated. 

Essex – There will be milling operations along VT 289 on Tuesday and Wednesday nights from 7 p.m. – 6 a.m. between Essex Way and VT 117. Motorists should plan to encounter lane shifts. 

Fair Haven – Orwell – Motorists should expect alternating one-way traffic along VT 22A as crews continue cleanup activities.   

Halifax – Whitingham – Paving along VT 112 will progress throughout the week. Motorists can expect lane closures with one-way alternating traffic for paving and guardrail work. 

Hardwick – A paving project continues on VT 14 and VT 15. Motorists should expect lane closures with alternating one-way traffic along both roadways starting Tuesday night at 6 p.m. remaining in place throughout the week for nighttime paving and daytime work.  

Johnson – Morristown – Motorists should expect alternating one-way traffic along VT 15 and VT 15A as crews place sideroad line markers and lay topsoil and seed throughout the project limits. 

Ludlow – A 21-day bridge closure will begin on Thursday, 09/08 on Bridge #26 over Jewell Brook on VT 103 (Main St.) as crews replace the bridge deck and superstructures. A Town signed detour is available for local vehicle traffic and all truck traffic will be routed to a state regional detour along VT 103, VT 100, and VT 155.    

Montpelier – Motorists should expect flagged one-way alternating traffic and lane shifts at the rail crossing location along U.S. 2 between Gallison Hill Rd. and the traffic circle as crews remove the old rail crossing. 

Montpelier – Berlin – A bridge deck replacement project continues along U.S. 2 over the Winooski River at the Montpelier – Berlin town line. Traffic continues to be directed over a temporary bridge. Motorists may encounter periods of one-way alternating traffic as crews work on approaches to the new bridge and remove the forms from the new bridge deck. 

Montgomery – A set of bridge deck replacements continues along VT 118. Motorists will encounter one-way alternating traffic controlled by flaggers during the day and temporary traffic signals during off-hours between West Hill Rd. and Bank St. 

Moretown – Middlesex – A resurfacing project continues along U.S. 2. Motorists can expect one-way alternating traffic in the area as crews work on paving pull-offs and driveway aprons, placing shoulder material, line striping, and other miscellaneous activities. 

Newfane – The Depot Rd. Arch Bridge over Rock River is closed through the fall. Traffic will be rerouted from the north via Grimes Hill Rd. and from the south via VT 30. Through traffic is not permitted. Grimes Hill Rd. and Dover Rd. (at the intersection with Depot Rd.) are reduced to one lane with signals for the duration of the closure.   

North Hero – Grand Isle – Drawbridge construction continues along U.S. 2. A speed reduction remains in place. Mariners: The seasonal operating schedule for the drawbridge is in effect.    

Pittsford – Brandon – One-way alternating traffic patterns will continue to be implemented around driveway paving operations along U.S. 7. Motorists should expect delays. 

Richford – A bridge replacement project continues along VT 105 approx. one mile south of the intersection of Main St. and River St. Motorists should continue to see little impact to traffic. 

Richmond – Bolton – A resurfacing project continues along U.S. 2. Crews will work on the east end of the project during the day throughout the week, with nightwork on the west end of the project, Tuesday – Thursday from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Motorists will encounter areas of one-way alternating traffic in most construction zones.  

Ripton – A streambank stabilization project continues on VT 125. One-way alternating traffic patterns will be in effect throughout the week. Delays may result.   

South Hero – An intersection improvement project is underway at U.S. 2 and VT 314. Motorists should expect lane closures with alternating one-way traffic near the intersection and extending north along U.S. 2 towards Sunrise Dr. between 6:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 

Stockbridge – Rochester – A resurfacing project continues along VT 100 starting near its intersection with VT 107. Motorists should expect areas of one-way alternating traffic and some delays as crews work on spot leveling and center line layout. 

Stowe – An intersection improvement project at VT 100 and West Hill Rd. is set to begin. Motorists should drive with caution as crews begin mobilizing and posting construction signage in the area from Wednesday – Friday during daytime construction hours. 

Swanton – Motorists may encounter areas of one-way alternating traffic on VT 78 this week as crews continue paving operations. 

Williston Intersection Projects – New signals have been installed at the intersection of U.S. 2 and Industrial Ave. Motorists should expect to encounter new lane assignments.  

Travelers can also expect a lane closure in the northbound right lane on VT 2A from Hurricane Lane to Taft Corners between 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Tuesday through Friday for a separate intersection project. Minimal delays expected. 

Williston Park and Ride – Construction of a new park and ride facility is underway along VT 2A near the I-89 Exit 12 interchange. Alternating traffic on VT 2A is possible between 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. later in the week. Delays may occur. 

Wilmington – Brattleboro – A resurfacing project continues on VT 9. Motorists can expect alternating one-way traffic throughout the project limits as crews pave the intermediate wearing course and continue guardrail work and shoulder clean up in Brattleboro towards Marlboro. 

Winooski – A roadway project continues along VT 15 (East Allen St.). Motorists will encounter one-way alternating traffic during nighttime operations, 7 p.m. – 6 a.m., Tuesday – Thursday this week. Please expect delays. 

Woodford – A ledge stabilization project is underway on VT 9. Intermittent traffic holds are anticipated throughout the week, including Saturday. A 15-minute hold is planned for Tuesday, 09/06 between 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for blasting operations. Longer delays may occur. Eastbound traffic is reduced to one lane; a lane shift for westbound traffic will be in place through November. Motorists are urged to lower speeds when coming down the hill into the project area. A speed reduction to 40 mph is in place. 

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