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: May 15, 2025
TRAFFIC IMPACTS BELOW:
-U.S. Route 2 Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. will have traffic control present allowing for alternate one-way traffic with minimal traffic interruptions.
-I-89 Richmond – Work continues on I-89 in Richmond south of Exit 11 from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Motorists will encounter passing lane closures northbound (MM 75.45 to MM 77.0) and southbound (MM 77.29 to MM 75.71).
PROJECT UPDATE: Completed the removal of the southern crossover on Interstate 89; Began the removal of the northern crossover on I-89.
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES:
The following is the anticipated work schedule for the week beginning May 19, 2025
Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.:
-Continue the removal of the northern crossover on Interstate 89.
-Reestablish the median on I-89.
-Reestablish and final grade the ditches on the eastern end of the project on VT Route 2.
PLEASE USE CAUTION WHILE TRAVELING THROUGH THE CONSTRUCTION ZONE AND FOLLOW THE POSTED SPEED LIMITS! SPEED ENFORCEMENT WILL BE PRESENT, AND FINES WILL BE DOUBLED
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