Construction updates and traffic impacts for the Haverhill-Methuen Bridge Replacements project will be posted as they become available.
Advisories
Construction look-ahead: March 15 – March 28, 2026
This is a brief overview of construction operations and impacts for the Haverhill-Methuen Bridge Replacements Project. MassDOT will provide additional advisories as needed for high-impact work and changes to traffic configurations beyond those described below.
Current construction status
The project is currently in Stage 1 of construction. Trestle construction within the Merrimack River has just completed as of the end of February. Current construction activities include utility relocations along Route 110 (Merrimack Street) in Methuen, bridge foundation installation, and preparatory work for the temporary southern median crossover to support Stage 1 bridge construction. Please refer to the construction schedule found within the “About the project” page for more details.
Operations
Scheduled highway work will entail roadway maintenance along I-495 for the winter season. Drivers should be mindful of the modified alignment of travel lanes along I-495 Southbound to facilitate Stage 1 construction. This project utilizes a reduced work zone speed limit of 55mph on I-495 has been implemented within the project limits. Motorists should reduce speed while traveling through the active work zone.
Ongoing Travel impacts
Over the next week, drivers should anticipate nightly lane closures within the work zones listed below.
I-495 northbound and southbound bridges
Work within the project area will entail:
- Temporary nightly lane closures as needed from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. on Monday, March 16 through Thursday, March 19 and Monday, March 23 through Thursday, March 26 within the area of Exit 105 to Exit 106.
New Travel Impacts
Over the next two weeks, there are no new travel impacts related to this project expected.
Travel tips
Drivers should reduce speed and exercise caution. Appropriate signage, law enforcement details, and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.