New lane shifts will be implemented tomorrow night on I-95 north and south in Providence. It's part of the Providence Viaduct Northbound project. RIDOT says all lanes will shift to the left in the area of Smith Street and the Charles Street overpass.
The total project will be done by 2025.
The barrier placement at Exit 23 will prohibit any last-minute lane changes at the split, which is now defined by pavement markings. Drivers should not slow down or suddenly change lanes at the split, as this unsafe behavior will cause traffic delays and could lead to a crash.
According to state officials, "the project will rebuild 10 additional bridges, many of which are of critical safety concern. It also will correct inefficiencies, congestion and safety issues along this part of I-95. The Viaduct carries more than 220,000 vehicles per day over numerous local roads and highway ramps, Amtrak's Northeast Corridor and the Woonasquatucket River. It is the busiest section of I-95 in Rhode Island and one of the most heavily trafficked highway bridges on the East Coast."
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