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Expect single-lane closures on Government Bridge

By Linda Cook,

2026-07-13

The Government Bridge will have intermittent single-lane closures for electrical work from 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14, according to a news release.

Flagmen and signage will be in place during the single-lane closures.

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